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Preheat a smoker or oven to 300 degrees F.
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In a medium nonreactive bowl, combine the ground beef with the ranch dressing mix and the beef rub.
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Mix gently with your hands, but be careful not to overwork the meat.
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Form into 2 patties (or more if you want smaller burgers).
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Place the burgers in an aluminum pan and place the pan in the smoker or in the oven.
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Cook for 15 minutes for medium-rare and up to 30 minutes for medium-well.
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Remove the burgers and allow them to rest, uncovered.
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Melt the butter in a medium skillet over medium heat.
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When the butter is hot but not smoking, slide the burgers carefully into the skillet, using a spatula.
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Cook the burgers for about 3 minutes on each side, just until they're seared and a nice crust has formed.
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Top with cheddar cheese.
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Transfer burgers onto a platter and let them rest, lightly covered with aluminum foil.
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In the same medium skillet over medium heat, cook Canadian bacon for about 2 minutes on each side, until lightly crispy.
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Transfer to paper towels to absorb any excess grease.
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Lightly toast the buns and smear the top and bottom halves of each with a little mayonnaise.
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Add burgers, a slice of Canadian bacon, a piecce of lettuce and a slice of tomato and serve.
