Crockpot Cheeseburgers

What do you do when you really want a cheeseburger but your fair city decides to morph into the land of gloom for two straight weeks, making grilling an undesirable option?  Make crockpot cheeseburgers!

 

While they aren't a match for a burger off the grill, something about these really hit the spot.  The toppings definitely made it reminiscent of a real burger.  They were totally messy, totally greasy, but totally yummy!  The meat mixture freezes and reheats well, too.

 

 

 

 

Crockpot Cheeseburgers

3 pounds 93% lean ground beef (I just used what I had in the freezer, not sure what fat%)
1 tablespoons olive oil
1 sweet onion, diced
2 garlic cloves, minced
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
3 tablespoons milk
3 tablespoons ketchup
3 tablespoons mustard
6 ounces sharp cheddar cheese, cut into cubes + more for topping, if desired
buns, lettuce, tomato and any other burger toppings you want!
 

Heat a large skillet over medium high heat and add olive oil. Add onions, cooking for 2-3 minutes until soft, then add garlic. Add in beef, salt and pepper and stir, just cooking until browned. Add beef to a slow cooker along with milk, ketchup and mustard, stirring well. Add in cubed cheddar, mixing to coat. Cover and cook for 3-4 hours on low, stirring once every 30 minutes or so, especially on the edges.

Serve on buttered + toasted buns with additional cheese and toppings.
 

source: How Sweet Eats