This juicy cheeseburger has big flavors to satisfy even the heartiest appetites. It always impresses at our cookouts. —Amber Nicholson, Winooski, Vermont

Ingredients

• 1/4 cup whiskey
• 1 tablespoon reduced-sodium soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon worcestershire sauce
• 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
• 1/4 cup finely chopped onion
• 2 tablespoons seasoned bread crumbs
• 3 garlic cloves, minced
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon paprika
• 1/2 teaspoon dried basil
• 1/2 teaspoon pepper
• 1-1/2 pounds lean ground beef (90% lean)
• 8 onion rolls or hamburger buns, split
• optional: lettuce leaves, sliced tomato, cheddar cheese slices and barbecue sauce

Directions

1. Combine the first 11 ingredients. Add beef; mix lightly but thoroughly. Shape into eight 1/2-in.-thick patties.
2. On a greased grill, cook burgers, covered, over medium heat or broil 4 in. from heat for 4-5 minutes on each side or until a thermometer reads 160°. Serve burgers on rolls with toppings as desired.