Zesty Barbecue Cheeseburgers
Zesty Barbecue Cheeseburgers
Chopped red onion mixed right in with the beef adds some brightness to this simple yet tasty burger.This recipe is courtesy of Beef - It's What's For Dinner.
Prep Time
15
minutes
Cook Time
10
minutes
Servings
4
Total time: 25 minutes
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground beef (93% lean or leaner)
- 1/4 cup finely chopped red onion
- 4 tablespoon barbecue sauce, divided
- 4 slices white cheddar, pepper jack, smoked gouda or provolone cheese
- 4 whole wheat hamburger buns or pretzel rolls, split and toasted
- optional toppings: lettuce leaves, tomato slices and red onion slices
Directions
- Combine ground beef, chopped onion and 2 tablespoons barbecue sauce in medium bowl, mixing lightly but thoroughly.
- Shape into four 1/2-inch thick patties.
- Place patties on grid over medium, ash-covered coals.
- Grill, covered, 8 to 10 minutes (over medium heat on preheated gas grill, 7 to 9 minutes) until instant-read thermometer inserted horizontally into center registers 160°F, turning occasionally.
- About one minute before burgers are done, brush with remaining two tablespoons barbecue sauce and top with cheese.
- Line bottom half of each bun with lettuce, sliced red onion and tomato, as desired; top with burger.
- Close sandwiches.