Texas Squealers Recipe

Name: Texas Squealers
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 10 thin slices bacon, about 1/2 pound total, frozen for at least 4 hours; 11/2 pounds ground chuck (80% lean); 4 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce; 3/4 teaspoon granulated onion; 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper; Vegetable oil; 6 thin slices cheddar cheese; 6 hamburger buns, split; Mayonnaise; 6 leaves Boston lettuce; 3 medium tomatoes, each cut crosswise into 4 slices about 1/4 inch thick; 9-12 slices pickle chips; 6 thin slices white onion; Whole-grain mustard

Servings: persons

10 thin slices bacon, about 1/2 pound total, frozen for at least 4 hours
11/2 pounds ground chuck (80% lean)
4 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
3/4 teaspoon granulated onion
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
Vegetable oil
6 thin slices cheddar cheese
6 hamburger buns, split
Mayonnaise
6 leaves Boston lettuce
3 medium tomatoes, each cut crosswise into 4 slices about 1/4 inch thick
9-12 slices pickle chips
6 thin slices white onion
Whole-grain mustard

1
Using a sharp knife, mince the frozen bacon (a food processor would overprocess it). Mix all the patty ingredients, and then gently form six patties of equal size, each about 3/4 inch thick. With your thumb or the back of a spoon, make a shallow indentation about 1 inch wide in the center of each patty to prevent them from forming a dome as they cook. Refrigerate the patties until ready to grill.
2
Prepare the grill for direct cooking over medium-high heat (400u00b0 to 450u00b0F).
3
Lightly brush the patties with oil, and then grill over direct medium-high heat, with the lid closed, until cooked to medium doneness (160u00b0F), 8 to 10 minutes, turning once. During the last 30 seconds to 1 minute of grilling time, top each patty with a slice of cheese to melt, and toast the buns, cut side down, over direct heat.
4
Spread each bottom bun half with mayonnaise and top with lettuce, tomatoes, a patty, pickles, and onion. Spread each top bun half with mustard. Serve warm.

2298

kcal

Calories

170

Fat

Carbs

159

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 10 thin slices bacon, about 1/2 pound total, frozen for at least 4 hours, 11/2 pounds ground chuck (80% lean), 4 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce, 3/4 teaspoon granulated onion, and more.

Yes, Texas Squealers falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Texas Squealers

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