Step 1

Preheat grill to medium flame.

Step 2

To prepare onions, remove stem and root ends of. Cut in half lengthwise through the root and stem, remove skin and break into separate but mating pieces.

Step 3

Form patties into 4 to 6 meatballs. Push a chunk of cheddar into the center of meat ball, then wrap with two matching pieces of onion. Wrap onion with 2 slices of bacon.

Step 4

Wrap onion bomb in foil, leaving the top open slightly. Pour some BBQ sauce over the top and place on grill, then cook for 35 minutes.

Step 5

Remove from grill and serve.

Step 6

Chef's Note: I prefer to cook these slower away from the direct heat to prevent flare ups.