DECKED-OUT BURGERS

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"This is an easy way to make ordinary burgers taste exceptionally good," writes Karen Bourne from Magrath, Alberta. "Guests always enjoy the flavorful topping that's made with bacon, cheese, mushrooms and mayonnaise."

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Lunch

Time 20m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

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Ingredients

1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
1 jar (4-1/2 ounces) sliced mushrooms, drained
1/3 cup mayonnaise
6 bacon strips, cooked and crumbled
1-1/2 pounds lean ground beef
1/4 cup finely chopped onion
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
1/8 teaspoon hot pepper sauce
6 hamburger buns, split
Lettuce leaves and tomato slices, optional

Steps:

In a bowl, combine cheese, mushrooms, mayonnaise and bacon; cover and refrigerate. In another bowl, combine the beef, onion, salt, pepper, garlic powder and hot pepper sauce. Shape into six 1/2-in.-thick patties. , Grill, covered, over medium-hot heat for 4-5 minutes on each side. Spoon cheese mixture on top of each burger. Grill 1-2 minutes longer or until the cheese begins to melt. Serve on buns with lettuce and tomato if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 496 calories, Fat 29g fat (11g saturated fat), Cholesterol 99mg cholesterol, Sodium 1056mg sodium, Carbohydrate 24g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 32g protein.