Scrum-Delicious burgers

By lamarandrose

I'm not sure where this recipe originated, but it's one of my family's summertime favorites. I usually serve these juicy burgers when we have company. The guests rave about the flavorful cheesy topping. It's fun to serve a burger that's a little more special. —Wendy Sommers, West Chicago, Illinois

Ingredients

• 1-1/2 pounds ground beef
• 3 tablespoons finely chopped onion
• 1/2 teaspoon garlic salt
• 1/2 teaspoon pepper
• 1 cup (4 ounces) shredded cheddar cheese
• 1/3 cup canned sliced mushrooms
• 6 bacon strips, cooked and crumbled
• 1/4 cup mayonnaise
• 6 hamburger buns, split
• Lettuce leaves and tomato slices, optional

Preparation

Step 1

In a large bowl, combine the beef, onion, garlic salt and pepper. Shape into six patties, 3/4 in. thick.
In a small bowl, combine the cheese, mushrooms, bacon and mayonnaise; chill.
Grill burgers, covered, over medium heat for 5-7 minutes on each side or until a meat thermometer reads 160°. During the last 3 minutes, spoon 1/4 cup of the cheese mixture onto each burger. Serve on buns with lettuce and tomato if desired. Yield: 6 servings.