Smoky Barbecue Burgers

Ingredients

• 3 ounces smoked Cheddar, grated
• 4 cloves garlic, minced
• 3 tablespoons hickory-smoked barbecue sauce
• 8 hamburger buns
• Salt and pepper
• 4 slices bacon
• 2 tablespoons smoked paprika
• + 2 more ingredients
• • ½ small onion, finely chopped
  • 3 pounds ground chuck

1. In a skillet, cook bacon over medium heat until crispy. Drain on paper towels. When cool enough to handle, crumble bacon. Drain all but 1 Tbsp. fat from skillet and sauté onion until tender, about 3 minutes. Add garlic and sauté 1 minute longer. Transfer to a plate and let cool completely. 2. ...

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