Whiskey Cheddar Burgers

Name: Whiskey Cheddar Burgers
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 30 min
Yield: 8 servings.
Ingredients: 1/4 cup whiskey; 1 tablespoon reduced-sodium soy sauce; 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce; 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese; 1/4 cup finely chopped onion; 2 tablespoons seasoned bread crumbs; 3 garlic cloves, minced; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 1/2 teaspoon paprika; 1/2 teaspoon dried basil; 1/2 teaspoon pepper; 1-1/2 pounds lean ground beef (90% lean); 8 onion rolls or hamburger buns, split; Optional toppings: Lettuce leaves, sliced tomato, cheddar cheese slices and barbecue sauce

This juicy cheeseburger has big flavors to satisfy even the heartiest appetites. It always impresses at our cookouts. —Amber Nicholson, Winooski, Vermont

Ingredients

1/4 cup whiskey
1 tablespoon reduced-sodium soy sauce
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
1/4 cup finely chopped onion
2 tablespoons seasoned bread crumbs
3 garlic cloves, minced
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon paprika
1/2 teaspoon dried basil
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1-1/2 pounds lean ground beef (90% lean)
8 onion rolls or hamburger buns, split
Optional toppings: Lettuce leaves, sliced tomato, cheddar cheese slices and barbecue sauce

Directions

In a large bowl, combine the first 11 ingredients. Add beef; mix lightly but thoroughly. Shape into eight 1/2-in.-thick patties.
On a greased grill, cook burgers, covered, over medium heat or broil 4 in. from heat 4-5 minutes on each side or until a thermometer reads 160°. Serve burgers on rolls with toppings as desired.
Freeze option: Place patties on a waxed paper-lined baking sheet; wrap and freeze until firm. Remove from pan and transfer to an airtight container; return to freezer. To use, grill frozen patties as directed, increasing time as necessary for a thermometer to read 160°.