Bourbon BBQ Bacon Cheeseburger Subs (Print Version)
Juicy ground beef, bourbon BBQ, crisp bacon, and cheddar fill toasted sub rolls with savory toppings.
# Ingredients:
→ Main Components
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2 pounds ground beef
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Salt, to taste
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Black pepper, to taste
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1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
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1/2 cup bourbon BBQ sauce
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8 slices bacon, cooked until crisp and chopped
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1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
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4 sub rolls
→ To Serve
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Additional BBQ sauce, as needed
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Chopped onion, optional
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Pickle chips, optional
# Steps:
01 -
Set oven to 350°F (175°C) and allow to fully preheat.
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In a large bowl, combine ground beef with salt, black pepper, Worcestershire sauce, and bourbon BBQ sauce. Mix gently until evenly incorporated.
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Divide the seasoned beef into four portions and shape into oblong patties sized to fit the sub rolls.
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Heat a skillet over medium heat. Cook the patties for 4–5 minutes per side or until well-browned and cooked through.
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Place each cooked patty inside a sub roll. Top with shredded cheddar cheese and chopped bacon.
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Place the filled subs on a baking sheet. Bake for 5 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
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Remove from oven. Drizzle with additional BBQ sauce and garnish with chopped onion and pickle chips as desired before serving.
# Notes:
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For extra flavor, use freshly baked sub rolls and allow patties to rest for a few minutes after cooking to retain juiciness.