Blues Burger

From the Burger Mei.sters Cookbook- 4 servings

1 1/2 # ground sirloin beef
1/2 tsp paprika
1/2 tsp cumin
1/4 tsp freshly ground black pepper
1/4 tsp chili powder
1/4 tsp salt
pinch cayenne pepper
2 oz Maytag blue cheese
salt & pepper to season
4 onion rolls, cut in half

In a 5 quart stainless steel bowl, gently but thoroughly combine the beef & spices.

Gently form the seasoned beef into eight 3-oz, 1/2 inch thick burgers. Use a spoon to make an indent in the center of 4 o the patties. Place 1/2 oz blue cheese into each indentation, top each with another paty & gently form into 1 1/4 inch burgers. Seal all of the edges. Cover the burgers with plastic wrap & refrigerate until needed.

Just before grilling, lightly season the patties with salt & pepper, then coat with Quick BBQ sauce. Grill until desired doneness, frequently basting with the Quick BBQ Sauce during grilling process.

Remove burgers from grill. Baste with remaining BBQ sauce. Toast the rolls on the grill. May top with sauteed mushrooms if desired.

Quick BBQ Sauce:

4 Tbsp ketchup
4 Tbsp light brown sugar
2 Tbsp spicy brown mustard
2 Tbsp dark molasses
2 Tbsp cider vinegar
2 cloves garlic, peeled and crushed

Heat all ingredients in a saucepan over medium-high heat. Bring to a boil; then lower heat & simmer 30 minutes. Remove from heat. Discard garlic cloves. Can be kept in fridge for several days.