Ingredients for 12 servings:
1. 2 1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese (10 oz)
2. 1/2 cup chopped packaged pre- cooked bacon (about 8 slices)
3. 1/3 cup mayonnaise
4. 2 tablespoons ketchup
5. 3 teaspoons red pepper sauce, if desired
6. 12 (1/4 lb) frozen ground beef burgers (3 pounds)
7. 12 slices bread or 12 hamburger buns, if desired
Directions:
1. Heat gas or charcoal grill. In a small bowl, mix all ingredients except patties.
2. When grill is heated, place frozen patties on grill. Cover grill and cook over medium heat 4 to 8 minutes, turning once, until meat thermometer inserted in center of patties reads 160°F.
3. Carefully top each patty with about 1/4 cup cheese mixture; cook covered 4 minutes longer or until cheese is melted. Serve on toasted bread.