Spicy Bacon BBQ Burger

3/4 lb Fresh Ground Chuck

3/4 lb Fresh Karns Hot Italian Sausage, meat removed from casing

Salt & Pepper

8 slices Cooper Cheddar

4 slices Karns Bacon, cooked

Favorite BBQ Sauce

4 Rolls, buttered and toasted if desired

Optional Toppings: sliced onion, tomato, lettuce, jalapeno peppers

Gently combine the ground chuck and sausage. Be careful not to overmix. Divide into 4-inch patties, season with salt and pepper.

Preheat grill to 450 degrees - cook for 4 minutes, flip and cook for 5 additional minutes, or until desired doneness is reached.

Before removing from the grill top with bacon, cheese and brush with BBQ sauce. Place on rolls and enjoy!