INGREDIENTS

1. 1lbground beef
2. 1/3cup mincedonions
3. 1egg, beaten (optional)
4. 1/4cupbreadcrumbs (optional)
5. 1tablespoon barbecueseasoning
6. 1/2teaspooncelery salt
7. 2ouncessmoked cheddar cheese, thinly sliced
8. 6slicesbacon, cooked crisp and halved
9. 4hamburger buns
10. lettuce leaves
11. slicedtomatoes

DIRECTIONS

1. In a large bowl gently combine beef, egg, breadcrumbs, Barbecue Seasoning, and Celery Salt until they are well blended and begin to bind.
2. Shape beef into 8 very flat patties.
3. Top half of the patties with equal amounts of cheese and bacon, then top with the remaining patties.
4. Press edges firmly to seal.
5. Grill over medium heat for 5 to 6 minutes on each side or until the internal temperature reaches 160 degrees F.
6. Serve on hamburger bun (optional toasted) with the lettuce and tomato.