Gouda to Know Ya Bacon Burgers

Ingredients

• 1 1/3 lbs ground chuck (20/80 mix)
• 1/2 (1 1/2 ounce) package dry onion soup mix, shake well distribute evenly
• 2-3 teaspoons worcestershire sauce
• 2-3 teaspoons steak sauce, I use A-1 Bold
• 1-2 teaspoon hot sauce
• 2 garlic cloves, diced small
• 3 teaspoons olive oil
• 1/2 cup crouton, then crushed into crumbs
• 1/2 cup smoked gouda cheese, grated
• salt, go light the onion soup has some in it
• pepper, to taste
• 4-6 slices bacon, fried crispy
• 3-4 kaiser rolls, bakery fresh

Directions

1. 1

   combine all ingredients in a bowl using a fork. (Except bacon and Rolls).

2. 2

   refrigerate 1 hour.

3. 3

   form patties with a large indent in the middle of each one.

4. 4

   light your charcoal or gas grill.

5. 5

   allow meat to sit at room temperature for 20-30 minutes prior to grilling.

6. 6

   grill direct heat 4 mins each side then 4 mins indirect each side to finish.

7. 7

   let rest a few minutes while toasting buns and preparing condiments.

8. 8

   top with crispy bacon and serve on toasted buns with your favorite condiments.