Canadian Bacon Cheeseburger

• 500 g lean ground beef
• 3/4 tsp (4 ml) each salt and pepper
• 2 tbsp (30 ml) each Dijon mustard and mayonnaise
• 4 slices peameal bacon, about 5 mm thick
• 4 slices Canadian Cheddar cheese
• 4 hamburger buns
• Lettuce leaves
• Sliced tomato

Form the ground beef into four patties and season all over with salt and pepper. Chill, covered, for up to 1 day or until ready to cook. Stir the mustard with the mayonnaise until well combined; set aside.

Select the "Sausage/Pork/Lamb" program and press "OK". Lightly grease the cooking plates with cooking spray. Once the purple indicator light has stopped flashing, place the bacon on the grill and close the lid.

Cook until the indicator light has changed to the colour red. Transfer the bacon to a plate and tent with foil. Carefully wipe the plates with paper towel.

Select the "Burger" program and press "OK". Lightly grease the cooking plates with cooking spray. Once the purple indicator light has stopped flashing, place the patties on the grill and close the lid.

Cook until the indicator light has changed to the colour red. Immediately, top each burger with a slice of cheese. Place each burger on a bun lined with lettuce and tomato. Garnish the burger with bacon and a dollop of the mayo mixture.

Tips: Serve this hearty burger with a tossed garden salad for a balanced meal. Add even more traditional Canadian flavour by brushing the bacon with pure maple syrup before grilling.