All-Decked-Out Barbecue Burgers
Ingredients
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3/4 cup ketchup
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1/4 cup light molasses
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1/4 cup honey
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2 tablespoons liquid smoke
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1/4 teaspoon salt
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1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
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1 1/2 pounds ground sirloin
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4 slices chipotle Cheddar cheese
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4 hamburger buns
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1 recipe Fried Red Onion Strips (Recipe follows.)
Fried Red Onion Strips
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2 cups vegetable oil
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1 large red onion, sliced 1/8-inch thick
Directions
1.
Preheat grill to Medium (350 degrees F to 400 degrees F).
2.
In a large bowl, combine ketchup, molasses, honey, liquid smoke, salt, and pepper. Whisk to combine. Add ground sirloin and mix until meat has absorbed all the liquid. Divide meat into 4 patties and refrigerate until 5 minutes before grilling. (Do not prepare meat more than 1 hour ahead; salt will pull out juices.)
3.
Grill over medium-high heat for approximately 10 to 15 minutes per side, or until desired degree of doneness.*
4.
Transfer burgers to cool side of grill (or an upper shelf) and top each with a slice of cheese. Turn grill off, close lid, and let burgers rest for 4 minutes.
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Heat buns briefly, if desired. To assemble, place burger on bun (cheese-side up), top with fried onion strips, and place bun top on burger. Serve immediately.
6.
Fried Red Onion Strips: In a heavy medium saucepan, heat oil to 350 degrees F over high heat. Reduce heat to medium and add onions; gently boil, stirring frequently with a fork, for 30 to 40 minutes, or until golden brown. Drain on paper towels.
Tip:
*The best way to make certain that meat reaches a safe internal temperature is to use a meat thermometer. This cuts out the guesswork and prevents overcooking or undercooking of meat. According to the U.S.D.A, hamburgers should be cooked to a temperature of at least 160 degrees F.
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