INGREDENT
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp onion powder
- 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 4 oz cheddar cheese, cut into cubes
- 8 slices of bacon
- 1/2 cup BBQ sauce (your favorite kind)
- Optional: chopped parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat Oven or Grill:
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C), or prepare your grill for indirect heat. - Season the Beef:
In a bowl, mix ground beef with garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. - Form the Bombs:
Take a small portion of beef and flatten it into a disc. Place a cube of cheddar cheese in the center, then wrap the beef around it to form a ball. Repeat with the remaining meat and cheese. - Wrap with Bacon:
Wrap each beef ball with one or two slices of bacon, securing the ends with toothpicks if needed. - Cook:
- Oven method: Place the bombs on a foil-lined baking sheet with a rack. Bake for 25–30 minutes or until the bacon is crispy and beef is cooked through.
- Grill method: Grill over indirect heat, lid closed, for about 30–35 minutes, turning occasionally until bacon is crispy.
- Add BBQ Sauce:
In the last 5 minutes of cooking, brush each bacon bomb generously with BBQ sauce and let it caramelize slightly. - Serve:
Let them rest for a few minutes. Sprinkle with parsley if desired and serve hot!
Would you like a dipping sauce recommendation or a low-carb version too?