Smoked Bacon Cheeseburger Queso

Instructions

• Get the grill set up and preheat for direct cooking over high heat.
• Shape the ground beef into two ½-pound burger patties, then season with the burger seasoning.
• Grill the burger patties over direct heat until charred on both sides and the internal temperature reaches 155°F (68°C).
• Reduce the grill temperature to 325°F (160°C) and add some cherry wood pellets for a sweet, smoky flavor.
• Add the bacon to a pan and cook on the stovetop over medium heat for 5-7 minutes, until crispy, then drain the excess fat. Add the onion to the pan with the bacon and cook for 3-5 minutes, until softened.
• Chop the grilled burgers and crispy bacon into bite-sized pieces. Reserve some of the bacon for garnish.
• In an aluminum foil pan, combine the Velveeta, marble Jack cheese, cream cheese, chopped burger and bacon, sautéed onions, tomatoes, ranch seasoning, and milk.
• Place the pan on the grill grates, close the lid, and smoke, stirring every 10 minutes to ensure all of the ingredients and seasonings are thoroughly combined, until the queso is creamy, about 30 minutes total.
• Remove the queso from the smoker and top with the reserved bacon and chives, then serve warm with tortilla chips for dipping.
• Enjoy!
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