Squealer Bacon Burger

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   Place bacon in single layer in parchment paper-lined sheet pans.

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   Bake in 350 degrees F-convection oven 3 to 4 min.

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   or until partially cooked.

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   Remove from pan; drain.

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   Cool completely.

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   Place in meat grinder or food processor; grind to form paste.

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   Mix bacon paste with ground sirloin until well blended.

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   Shape into 24 (4-oz.)

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   patties (or shape into one [4-oz.]

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    patty for trial recipe).

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    Season with salt and pepper.

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    Cover and refrigerate until ready to cook.

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    For each serving: Season 1 meat patty with salt and pepper.

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    Grill on medium-high heat 2 to 3 min.

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    on each side or until medium (160 degrees F), or desired doneness.

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    Spread cut sides of roll with 2 Tbsp.

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    garlic sauce.

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    Place 1 lettuce leaf and 1 tomato slice on bottom half of roll; top with burger and 2 onion rings.

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    Cover with top of roll.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.