What's for Dinner Tonight? - Bleu Cheese Pecan Burger

I am always looking for new variations on an old favorite. This one was discovered in Woman's World magazine, and it has become a must have in my home. A nice change from the traditional burger and one that should be added to your summer grilling traditions.

Bleu Cheese Pecan Burger

 

1/4 cup butter, at room temperature

6 Tablespoons chopped pecan pieces

3 Tablespoons chopped fresh parsley

2 Tablespoons finely chopped white onion

6 slices bacon

1-1/2 pounds ground beef

Wooden toothpicks

6 hamburger buns, toasted

6 Tablespoons crumbled bleu cheese

Lettuce leaves, sliced tomatoes, sliced red onion

 

1. Prepare grill for direct-heat cooking. Combine butter, pecans, parsley and chopped onion; reserve. In skillet, over medium high heat, cook bacon until lightly browned but still soft and pliable; drain on paper towels.

 

2. Divide beef into 12 equal portions; shape into flat patties. Divide pecan butter between 6 patties. Top with remaining patties.

 

3. Press edges together to seal. Wrap 1 slice bacon around side of each burger; secure with toothpicks. Grill, turning once, until no longer pink in centers, 5-8 minutes per side. Remove toothpicks.

 

4.Serve on buns topped with bleu cheese, lettuce, tomatoes and sliced red onion.

 

Serve with onion rings or fries if desired.