Memphis-Style Barbecued Joes

By cheeserohan

Ingredients

• 1 pound applewood-smoked bacon, chopped
• 2/3 cup finely chopped onion
• 1 pound ground beef
• 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 purchased french fried onions

Details

Servings 6

Preparation

Step 1

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.

2. 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.

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