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Preheat oven to 375 degrees F.
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In a large bowl mix together the ground beef with all ingredients, except 2 tablespoons ketchup.
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Form ground beef into a loaf shape on a baking sheet.
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Brush top and sides with remaining ketchup.
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Bake for 1 hour.
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Transfer to a serving platter and serve.
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For Red Onion Compote:
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In a medium saucepan add 1/2 cup water, beer, brown sugar, and red onions.
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Season with salt and pepper, to taste, and stir to combine.
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Bring to a boil then reduce to a simmer.
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Simmer, stirring occasionally for about 1 hour or until the mixture has thickened and has reduced to about 2 cups.
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Transfer to a bowl and set aside to cool completely.
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For Burgers:
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In a large bowl mix together the ground beef, beer and grill seasoning until well incorporated.
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Reserve half of the mixture for Round 2 Meatloaf recipe.
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Shape the remaining beef into 4 equal portions and flatten each portion.
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Place 2 tablespoons of cheese in the center of each and wrap the edges around the cheese to form a ball.
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Flatten each ball into patties.
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Place on platter and cover.
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Refrigerate if not cooking immediately.
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Set up grill or indoor grill pan for direct cooking over medium-high heat.
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When ready to start grilling, oil the grate.
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Place patties on the hot oiled grill and cook 4 to 5 minutes per side for medium.
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Serve over lettuce on toasted buns topped with red onion compote.
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(Reserve leftover compote for Round 2 Meatloaf)
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Use the leftovers from this recipe to make Ale and Onion Meatloaf.
