Bacon Jalapeno Burgers With Chipotle Mayonnaise

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Steps

For the chipotle mayonnaise:.

Mix together ingredients until combined.

For the burgers:.

Divide the ground beef into four 1 / 3 pound burgers.

With a light hand , shape into patties.

Season both sides with a salt , pepper and garlic powder.

Set aside until ready to grill.

May , also , be pan fried.

Heat grill to medium - medium-high heat and grill for a 4-7 minutes on each side until desired doneness.

During the last minute of cooking , add a slice of cheese over each burger and close cover until cheese begins to melt.

While the burgers are cooking , add the onion slices and allow them to char a bit on each side and begin to soften.

Remove burger and onions from grill and allow to rest for 2-3 minutes before serving.

Place a burger on each toasted bun bottom , topping with 2 slices of bacon and 4-5 jalapeno slices.

Slather some of the chipotle mayo on the top bun and place a grilled onion round on top.

Add lettuce , if so desired , and top with the top half of the bun.

Ingredients

mayonnaise, chipotle pepper, adobo sauce, ground beef, salt and pepper, garlic powder, red onion rings, colby-monterey jack cheese, cooked bacon, pickled jalapeno peppers, hamburger buns, lettuce