Jimmy Dean Cheese and Mushroom Bacon Burger

1. 12 slices Jimmy Dean Fully Cooked Premium Precooked Bacon, heated according to package directions and finely chopped
2. 2 lbs. ground beef
3. 1 cup diced onion
4. 1 cup ketchup
5. 1 jar (4 oz.) sliced mushrooms, drained
6. 2 cups shredded mild Cheddar cheese
7. 8 hamburger buns
8. salt and pepper to taste

Cook ground beef and onions in a large skillet over medium-high heat, stirring frequently until meat is thoroughly cooked and no longer pink. Stir in bacon, ketchup and mushrooms. Return to a simmer, reduce heat to low; cover and cook 10 minutes. Sprinkle with cheese; cover and cook until melted. To serve, spoon over split hamburger buns.

8 servings