Name: Stuffed Burger Dogs
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 55 min
Ingredients: 1 LB Ground Beef; 1 Egg; 1 tsp Garlic Powder; 1 tsp Onion Powder; 1/2 tsp Salt; 1/2 tsp Black Pepper; 6 Slices Bacon; 3 String Cheese

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If you’re on the hunt for a show-stopping dish for your next cookout or big game day, you’ve just hit the jackpot. Let me introduce you to Stuffed Burger Dogs – a mouthwatering fusion of burgers and hot dogs that’s sure to be a crowd-pleaser. These burger dogs are juicy, cheesy, and wrapped in bacon. What’s not to love? Let’s dive right in and learn how to make this delicious treat. This dish combines multiple savory flavors balanced out with the honey based seasoning Queen Bee to bring it all together.

Let’s Prep

Before we get cooking, we need to gather and prepare our ingredients. Prepping everything beforehand will make the cooking process much smoother and more enjoyable. Here’s what you’ll need to create these scrumptious burger dogs:

Ingredients

1 lb ground beef
1 egg
1 tsp garlic powder
1 tsp onion powder
1/2 tsp salt
1/2 tsp black pepper
6 slices bacon
3 string cheese
BBQ Seasoning (discount link)

Tools

Grill or smoker
Mixing bowl
Tongs
Meat thermometer

Now, let’s get everything ready. Start by preheating your grill or smoker to 400°F. While the grill is heating up, let’s mix our burger meat.

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In a mixing bowl, combine the ground beef, egg, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper. Use your hands to mix everything together thoroughly. The egg will help bind the meat, ensuring our burger dogs hold their shape.

Next, divide the burger meat into three equal sections, about 1/3 lb each. This will ensure that each burger dog is evenly sized and cooks at the same rate. Once divided, take each section and form it into the shape of a hot dog or sausage around a frozen string cheese. The string cheese should be completely encased in the meat to prevent it from oozing out during cooking.

Now comes the fun part – wrapping the burger dogs in bacon. Take two slices of bacon and wrap them around each burger dog, making sure the ends are secured. This bacon wrap will add a delightful crispiness and extra flavor to our burger dogs. To finish, season the bacon-wrapped burger dogs with your favorite
BBQ Seasoning.

Let’s Cook

With our burger dogs prepped and our grill heated, it’s time to get cooking. Place the bacon-wrapped burger dogs on the preheated grill or smoker, ensuring they’re spaced evenly for consistent cooking.

Cook the burger dogs for 25-30 minutes, turning occasionally to ensure they cook evenly on all sides. You’re looking for the bacon to reach an amber color – crispy but not charred. It’s essential to check the internal temperature of the beef to make sure it’s fully cooked. Use a meat thermometer to ensure the beef reaches at least 165°F.

While the burger dogs are cooking, the bacon will render its fat, basting the burger meat and keeping it juicy. The string cheese inside will melt, creating a gooey, cheesy center that’s absolutely irresistible.

Let’s Eat

Once your burger dogs are cooked to perfection, remove them from the grill and let them rest for about 10 minutes. This resting period allows the juices to redistribute, ensuring every bite is flavorful and moist.

Now it’s time to serve these beauties. Place each burger dog in a hot dog bun. You can keep it classic with just ketchup and mustard, or get creative with your favorite toppings. Here are a few ideas to get you started:

Classic: Ketchup, mustard, and relish.
Cheesy Delight: Add extra shredded cheese and a drizzle of cheese sauce.
Spicy Kick: Top with jalapeños, hot sauce, and pepper jack cheese.
BBQ Lover’s Dream: Slather with BBQ sauce, add some coleslaw, and crispy fried onions.

No matter how you choose to top your burger dogs, they’re sure to be a hit. The combination of juicy beef, melted cheese, and crispy bacon is a flavor explosion in every bite.

Tips and Tricks

Cheese Choice: While string cheese is great for its shape, you can experiment with other cheeses. Just make sure they’re firm enough to hold their shape during cooking.
Seasoning: Don’t be afraid to experiment with different seasonings in your burger mix or on the bacon. A little smoked paprika or chili powder can add an exciting twist.
Make Ahead: You can prepare the burger dogs in advance and keep them refrigerated until you’re ready to cook. This is perfect for when you’re hosting a big event and want to minimize prep time on the day.

Seasoning for this recipe: Grillheads Supply Queen Bee

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