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    7 Burgers for Father's Day

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    The New Englandah Burgah
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    Makes 2 burgers
    1 pound 80-85% lean Black Angus ground beef
    1/4 cup Pure New England maple syrup, plus more for ... more 
    Photo by: Sarah Shatz
    The New Englandah Burgah
    Save and print this recipe on FOOD52.

    Makes 2 burgers
    1 pound 80-85% lean Black Angus ground beef
    1/4 cup Pure New England maple syrup, plus more for basting
    4 thick slices applewood smoked bacon Ask a question about this ingredient
    1 MacIntosh apple
    4 slices Vermont cheddar cheese
    2 Bulkie rolls
    Salt and pepper to taste

    1. In a medium bowl, combine the beef, 1/4 cup maple syrup, and salt and pepper to taste. Mix well using your hands. Form into 2 8-ounce patties. Set aside in the refrigerator.
    2. Cook the bacon on the grill, in a skillet, or in the oven. Peel and slice the apple. Place in small bowl and sprinkle lemon juice over the slices to prevent browning.
    3. Place the apple slices on grill and cook for about one minute on each side. Remove and set aside.
    4. Grill the burgers over high heat, turn after 3 or 4 minutes less 
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    Tue, Jun 12, 2012 12:08 PM EDT
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