HEARTY COUNTRY BURGERS

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When I plan a casual country cookout, I invite these dressed-up burgers to the table. Bacon, lettuce, tomato and cheese toppings and a touch of sauce really boost the flavor. And the mildly seasoned meat turns out nice and juicy.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 35m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 14

2 garlic cloves, minced
1 tablespoon olive oil
1/3 cup plus 1 teaspoon lime juice, divided
2 tablespoons cola, divided
1 tablespoon orange juice
1 tablespoon soy sauce
1 pound ground beef
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
4 slices provolone cheese
4 bacon strips, halved and cooked
4 hamburger buns, split and toasted
4 lettuce leaves
4 slices tomato
1 slice onion, separated into rings

Steps:

  • In a small skillet, saute the garlic in oil for 1 minute or until golden. Stir in 1/3 cup lime juice, 1 tablespoon cola, orange juice and soy sauce. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 5-6 minutes or until slightly thickened. Set aside for basting. , Crumble beef into a large bowl. Sprinkle with garlic powder and remaining lime juice and cola; mix well. Shape into four 3/4-in.-thick patties. , Grill, covered, over medium heat for 8-9 minutes on each side or until a thermometer reads 160°, basting occasionally with sauce. During the last 2 minutes, top burgers with cheese and bacon. Serve on buns with lettuce, tomato and onion.

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