MEMPHIS-STYLE BARBECUED JOES

  • 6

Ingredients

  • 1 pound applewood-smoked bacon, chopped
  • 2/3 cup finely chopped onion
  • 1 pound ground beef (85% lean)
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon pepper
  • 1 cup barbecue sauce
  • 6 hamburger buns
  • 1/2 cup finely shredded sharp cheddar cheese
  • 3/4 cup purchased coleslaw
  • 1/2 cup french fried onion

Preparation

Step 1

Cook bacon in large skillet over medium heat 10 to 12 minutes or until browned and crisp, stirring frequently. Drain all but 1 tablespoon drippings from skillet. Add onion; cook 3 to 5 minutes or until onion is soft, stirring occasionally.

Crumble ground beef into skillet; sprinkle with salt and pepper. Cook 8 to 10 minutes or until beef is thoroughly cooked and no longer pink in center, stirring frequently. Stir in barbecue sauce; cook until heated through.

Divide beef mixture between buns; top with cheese, coleslaw and fried onions.