Best 13 Chili Cheese Burgers Recipes

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Are you ready for a delectable experience that will tantalize your taste buds and leave you craving more? Look no further than the iconic chili cheese burger, a culinary masterpiece that combines the irresistible flavors of succulent burger patties, melted cheese, and savory chili. Whether you're a burger aficionado or simply seeking a hearty and satisfying meal, this article will guide you through the process of crafting the ultimate chili cheese burger, ensuring that every bite is an explosion of flavors and textures. So, get ready to embark on a culinary journey that will elevate your burger-eating experience to new heights.

Here are our top 13 tried and tested recipes!

CHEDDAR CHILI BURGERS



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Big, bold chili and french-fried onions are a fun alternative to the classic burger fixings of ketchup and mustard. The patties are easy to assemble, making this a great weeknight sandwich. -Sue Ross, Casa Grande, Arizona

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 20m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 pound ground beef
1-1/2 teaspoons chili powder
1 can (15 ounces) chili with beans
4 hamburger buns, split and toasted
1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
1 can (2.8 ounces) french-fried onions

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine beef and chili powder. Shape into 4 patties. Pan-fry, grill or broil until meat is no longer pink. , Meanwhile, in a small saucepan, bring chili to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer for 5 minutes or until heated through. Place burgers on bun bottoms; top with chili, cheese and onions. Replace bun tops.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 584 calories, Fat 28g fat (12g saturated fat), Cholesterol 81mg cholesterol, Sodium 1081mg sodium, Carbohydrate 46g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 5g fiber), Protein 34g protein.

CHILI-CHEESE BURGERS



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Instead of topping my burgers with cheese, I like to shred it and mix it into the meat when shaping the patties. This way, I'm sure to get a little cheesy goodness in every bite. -Deborah Williams, Peoria, Arizona

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 25m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 6

1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
6 tablespoons chili sauce, divided
1 tablespoon chili powder
1 pound ground beef
4 hamburger buns, split
Lettuce leaves, tomato slices and mayonnaise, optional

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine cheese, 2 tablespoons chili sauce and chili powder. Add beef; mix lightly but thoroughly. Shape into four 1/2-in.-thick patties. , Grill burgers, covered, over medium heat or broil 4 in. from heat 4-5 minutes on each side or until a thermometer reads 160°. Serve on buns with remaining chili sauce and, if desired, lettuce, tomato and mayonnaise.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 404 calories, Fat 19g fat (9g saturated fat), Cholesterol 85mg cholesterol, Sodium 718mg sodium, Carbohydrate 29g carbohydrate (7g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 27g protein.

LOADED CHILI CHEESEBURGERS



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Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Time 25m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

12 frozen onion rings
1 1/2 pounds ground beef, preferably chuck
Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper
Vegetable oil, for the grill
4 slices yellow cheddar cheese
4 brioche buns, split
1 cup prepared chili, warmed
1/3 cup barbecue sauce

Steps:

  • Prepare the onion rings as the label directs; keep warm. Meanwhile, preheat a grill to medium high. Form the beef into four 6-ounce patties, about 3/4 inch thick; press the center of each patty with your thumb to make a 1/2-inch-deep indentation. Season the patties on both sides with salt and pepper. Lightly brush the grill grates with vegetable oil, then grill the patties, indentation-side up, until marked on the bottom, about 5 minutes. Flip and cook until marked and slightly firm, about 3 more minutes for medium doneness. During the last minute of grilling, top each patty with a slice of cheese. Remove the patties to a plate and let rest 5 minutes. Grill the buns, cut-side down, until lightly toasted, about 1 minute. Top the bun bottoms with the burger patties, chili and onion rings. Drizzle with the barbecue sauce, then cover with the bun tops.
  • Photograph by Levi Brown

CHILI CHEESEBURGERS



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Provided by Ree Drummond : Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time 45m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 15

5 pounds ground beef
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
3 cloves garlic, minced
1/2 onion, finely diced
One 14.5-ounce can diced tomatoes
One 14.5-ounce can kidney beans, drained
One 6-ounce can tomato paste
2 tablespoons chili powder
2 teaspoons cumin
3 good-quality hamburger buns
1 cup grated sharp Cheddar
Thin Fries, recipe follows, for serving, optional
10 large russet potatoes
Vegetable or peanut oil, for frying
Sea salt

Steps:

  • Divide the ground beef in half and form 6 somewhat-thin patties out of one of the halves. Sprinkle with salt and pepper. Fry the patties over medium to medium-low heat in a large skillet, 3 to 4 minutes per side. Set aside.
  • In the same skillet over medium-high heat, add the rest of the ground beef, the garlic, onions and some salt and pepper and cook until browned. Drain off the grease and mix in the diced tomatoes, kidney beans, tomato paste, chili powder and cumin. Cook until nice and bubbly, about 20 minutes. Taste and adjust the seasoning.
  • Lay half of each bun on 6 plates (so each plate gets half a bun.). Lay 1 patty on each bun piece, then divide the cheese among the patties. Ladle the hot chili all over the patties. Serve with Thin Fries if desired.
  • Peel and rinse the potatoes, then cut them into sticks by cutting each potato into 4 or 5 vertical pieces, then cutting each piece into sticks. Put the potato sticks in a large bowl, cover with cold water and swish them around to get off the extra starch. Pour off the starchy water and add fresh water. Continue washing the potatoes until the water runs clear. Cover with water again and allow them to soak for 2 or 3 hours. (You can also stick them in the fridge and let them soak for up to 3 days.)
  • When you're ready to make the fries, drain off the water and lay the potatoes sticks on baking sheets lined with paper towels. Blot them with more paper towels to dry them.
  • Heat a few inches of oil in a heavy pot until a deep-fry thermometer registers 300 degrees F. In 3 or 4 batches, cook the potatoes until soft, about 1 minute per batch. They should not be brown at all at this point! You just want to start the cooking process. Remove each batch and drain them on new/dry paper towels.
  • When all the potatoes have been fried once, turn up the heat until the oil reaches 400 degrees F. Start frying the potatoes in batches again, cooking until the fries are golden and crisp, 1 to 2 minutes. Remove from the oil and drain on paper towels.
  • Sprinkle the fries with sea salt and dive in!

CHILI BURGERS



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Sausage and chili sauce add to the usual ground beef to make a great consistency and flavor for burgers.

Provided by MEHUNGRY98

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Pork     Sausage

Time 20m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 4

1 ½ pounds ground beef
½ pound Italian sausage
⅓ cup tomato-based chili sauce
salt and pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Preheat a grill for high heat. When the grill is hot, lightly oil the grate.
  • In a medium bowl, mix together the ground beef, Italian sausage, chili sauce, salt and pepper. Form 8 balls out of the meat, and flatten into patties.
  • Grill patties for 5 minutes per side, or until well done. Serve on buns with your favorite toppings.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 230.1 calories, Carbohydrate 3.7 g, Cholesterol 62.9 mg, Fat 15.4 g, Fiber 0.2 g, Protein 18.3 g, SaturatedFat 5.8 g, Sodium 437.5 mg, Sugar 1.4 g

THE ULTIMATE CHILI CHEESE SAUCE BISCUIT BURGER



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Warm flaky biscuits, leftover chili, cheesy burgers, onion rings and corn chips team up for a hearty dish that will score you big points around the dinner table.

Provided by Tieghan Gerard

Categories     Entree

Time 25m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 1/4 cups Original Bisquick™ mix
2/3 cup milk
1 lb ground beef (preferably 80/20 fat content)
Salt and pepper, to taste
1 cup leftover chili, hot (I used Cincinnati Chili)
10 to 12 frozen onions rings (if desired), cooked as directed on package
1 cup corn chips, if desired
2 tablespoons butter
2 tablespoons Gold Medal™ all-purpose flour
2 cups milk
1/4 teaspoon ground mustard
1/2 cup shredded provolone cheese (2 oz)
1 1/2 cups shredded sharp white Cheddar cheese (6 oz)

Steps:

  • To make the biscuits, heat oven to 450°F. Stir ingredients until soft dough forms. Turn onto surface dusted with Bisquick mix. Knead 10 times. Roll dough 1/2 inch thick. Cut with 2 1/2-inch cutter. Place on ungreased cookie sheet. Bake 8 to 10 minutes or until golden brown.
  • Next, Heat gas or charcoal grill. Add beef to large bowl, and season with salt and pepper. Shape beef into 4 equal patties. Place on grill over medium-high heat. Close grill; cook to desired doneness. I cook mine about 4 minutes per side, but it will depend on how thick your burgers are. Remove from grill, and keep warm while you make cheese sauce.
  • To make cheese sauce, melt butter in 1-quart saucepan over medium-high heat. Stir in flour; cook about 1 minute. Beat in milk and mustard with whisk. Heat to bubbling, and let thicken, about 2 minutes. Turn off heat, and stir in provolone cheese, Cheddar cheese and a pinch of salt and pepper. Stir until cheese is melted.
  • To assemble burgers, split biscuits in half and place a burger patty on the bottom of each biscuit. Top each burger with about 1/4 cup of hot chili, then carefully drizzle on the warm cheese sauce. Finish the burgers with warm crispy onion rings and corn chips. Top with the top half of the biscuit, and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 Serving

CHILI CHEESEBURGERS



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Provided by Ree Drummond : Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time 15m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 17

2 1/2 pounds ground beef
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
3 good-quality hamburger buns
1 cup grated sharp Cheddar
4 cups chili, recipe follows, heated
4 pounds ground beef
6 cloves garlic, minced
Two 8-ounce cans tomato sauce
One 6-ounce can tomato paste
1/4 cup chili powder, or more as desired
2 teaspoons ground cumin
2 teaspoons dried oregano
2 teaspoons kosher salt
1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper, or more as desired
Two 15-ounce cans kidney beans, drained and rinsed
Two 15-ounce cans pinto beans, drained and rinsed
1/2 cup masa harina (corn flour) or regular cornmeal

Steps:

  • Form 6 somewhat-thin patties from the beef and sprinkle with salt and pepper. Fry the patties over medium to medium-low heat in a large skillet, 3 to 4 minutes per side.
  • Onto each half of a burger bun, place a cooked patty. Top with 2 to 3 tablespoons grated Cheddar and a pile of hot chili.
  • In a large, heavy pot, brown the ground beef with the garlic over medium heat until the beef is totally cooked, 8 to 10 minutes. Drain off most of the excess fat, leaving a little behind for moisture and flavor. Add the tomato sauce, tomato paste, chili powder, cumin, oregano, salt and cayenne. Stir together well, cover the pot and reduce the heat to low. Simmer for 1 hour, stirring occasionally; if the liquid level seems low, add up to 1 cup water to keep it from burning.
  • After an hour, stir in the kidney and pinto beans. In a small bowl, combine the masa harina with 1/2 cup water and stir together with a fork until it's smooth. Pour the masa mixture into the chili. Stir together well, then taste the chili and adjust the seasonings. Simmer the chili for another 10 minutes to thicken, then turn off the heat and let it cool.
  • Fill freezer bags with 2-cup portions and freeze them flat for easy stacking (or freeze in other freezer-safe containers).

CHILI-PIE BURGERS



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This handheld riff on Frito pie features beef patties topped with chili-spiked sautéed onions, pickled jalapeños, melty American cheese, and crunchy Frito chips. A soft potato roll holds this flavor-packed burger in place.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Ingredients     Meat & Poultry     Beef Recipes     Ground Beef Recipes

Time 35m

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 teaspoons vegetable oil
1/2 cup finely chopped onion
2 teaspoons minced garlic (from 2 cloves)
Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper
2 teaspoons chili powder
1/4 cup ketchup
1 pound ground beef (85 percent lean)
8 slices American cheese
4 potato buns, such as Martin's
Iceberg-or romaine-lettuce leaves, pickled jalapeños, and corn chips (preferably Fritos), for serving

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°F. Heat oil in a skillet over medium; add onion and garlic. Season and cook until translucent, 3 minutes. Add chili powder; cook 30 seconds. Stir in ketchup; cook 1 minute. Shape beef into 4 patties, each a scant 1/2 inch thick; season.
  • Place 1 slice cheese on bottom half of each bun; place separated tops and bottoms on a baking sheet and toast in oven while burgers cook. Meanwhile, heat a large, heavy skillet (preferably cast iron) over medium-high.
  • Add burgers and cook, pressing with a spatula, until browned, about 3 minutes. Flip; reduce heat to medium. Top each burger with a quarter of onion mixture and a slice of cheese. Cover and cook until cheese melts, about 1 minute. Serve on buns with lettuce, jalapeños, and chips.

FAVORITE CHILI CHEESEBURGERS



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I like to experiment when making hamburgers and stuffing them with sharp Cheddar cheese makes them absolutely delicious. For lighter fare, I sometimes use a combination of lean ground beef and ground turkey. -Deb Williams, Peoria, Arizona

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 20m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 pound ground beef
2 tablespoons chili sauce
1 tablespoon chili powder
1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
4 hamburger-size pretzel buns or hamburger buns, split
1/2 cup nacho cheese sauce, warmed

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine beef, chili sauce and chili powder, mixing lightly but thoroughly. Shape into eight 1/4-in.-thick patties. Place 2 tablespoons cheese onto the center of each of four patties. Top with remaining patties; press edges firmly to seal., Grill burgers, covered, over medium heat or broil 4 in. from heat 4-6 minutes on each side or until a thermometer reads 160°. Serve on buns with cheese sauce.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 479 calories, Fat 26g fat (14g saturated fat), Cholesterol 105mg cholesterol, Sodium 1028mg sodium, Carbohydrate 28g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 31g protein.

CHILI CHEESE BURGER BOWLS RECIPE BY TASTY



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Here's what you need: olive oil, white onion, garlic, ground beef, crushed tomato, tomato paste, light brown sugar, salt, ground black pepper, paprika, chili powder, ground cumin, water, grated parmesan cheese, ground beef, salt, pepper, shredded cheddar cheese, brioche burger buns

Provided by Claire Nolan

Categories     Dinner

Yield 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 19

2 tablespoons olive oil
1 cup white onion, chopped
2 cloves garlic, finely chopped
1 lb ground beef
14.5 oz crushed tomato
6 oz tomato paste
1 tablespoon light brown sugar, packed
1 teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon ground black pepper
1 teaspoon paprika
1 tablespoon chili powder
1 teaspoon ground cumin
½ cup water
2 ⅔ cups grated parmesan cheese
2 lb ground beef, divided into 8 patties
salt, to taste
pepper, to taste
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
8 brioche burger buns

Steps:

  • Heat the olive oil in a large pot with a lid over medium heat until shimmering. Add the onion and garlic and sauté for 2 minutes, until translucent.
  • Add the ground beef and cook until browned, about 7-10 minutes.
  • Add the crushed tomatoes, tomato paste, brown sugar, salt, ground pepper, paprika, chili powder, ground cumin, and stir to combine. Add water and stir. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer for 30 minutes.
  • Set a wire cooling rack on top of a baking sheet. Place a metal 1-cup (240 ml) measuring cup upside down on top of the cooling rack.
  • In a medium non-stick skillet over medium heat, pour ⅓ cup (35 g) of Parmesan in the center of the pan and spread out into a thin circle, about 5 inches across. Without disturbing the cheese, melt for 2-3 minutes, or until golden and fully melted.
  • Once the cheese is fully melted, run a spatula along the edges of the cheese and shake the pan to loosen the cheese circle. Carefully slide the melted cheese over the inverted measuring cup to form a cheese bowl. DO NOT TOUCH, it is extremely hot. Set aside and let cool completely, about ten minutes. Repeat with the rest of the Parmesan to make 8 bowls.
  • Lightly grease a large skillet over high heat, then add the beef patties (in batches, if necessary) and season generously with salt and pepper. Cook for 2 minutes without disturbing, then flip and cook for another 3 minutes, or until the internal temperature has reached at least 165˚F (75˚C).
  • To assemble, place a bottom burger bun on a plate and put a cheese bowl on top. Lay a burger patty inside the cheese bowl and top with a spoonful of chili, a sprinkle of shredded cheddar cheese, and the top bun.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 915 calories, Carbohydrate 52 grams, Fat 46 grams, Fiber 3 grams, Protein 67 grams, Sugar 13 grams

CHILI CHEESE BURGERS



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Make and share this Chili Cheese Burgers recipe from Food.com.

Provided by SouthernBell2627

Categories     Meat

Time 35m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 3

1 1/2 lbs ground chuck
1 (2 ounce) package chili seasoning mix (approx. package size)
1 cup cheddar cheese, shredded

Steps:

  • Combine all ingredients and shape into 6 patties.
  • Grill over hot coals until desired doneness is achieved.
  • Serve on hamburger buns.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 256.2, Fat 15.9, SaturatedFat 7.6, Cholesterol 93.5, Sodium 204.3, Carbohydrate 0.2, Sugar 0.1, Protein 26.5

CHILI-CHEESE BURGER BAKE



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Make and share this Chili-Cheese Burger Bake recipe from Food.com.

Provided by zoe85

Categories     Corn

Time 1h10m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 lb lean ground beef
2 cups stir-fry frozen peppers and onions
1 (11 ounce) can green giant niblets sweet whole kernel corn
1 (1 1/4 ounce) package old el paso taco seasoning mix
1/4 cup water
1 (16 ounce) can old el paso refried beans
1/2 cup taco sauce
2 cups Fritos chili cheese corn chips
4 ounces shredded cheddar cheese

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 375ºF. Spray 8-inch square (2-quart) glass baking dish with nonstick cooking spray.
  • Brown ground beef in large skillet over medium-high heat until thoroughly cooked, stirring frequently; drain.
  • Add bell pepper and onion stir-fry, corn, taco seasoning mix and water; mix well. Cook over medium-high heat for 5 to 6 minutes or until liquid is absorbed, stirring occasionally.
  • Meanwhile, in small bowl, combine refried beans and taco sauce; mix well.
  • Spoon half of beef mixture into sprayed baking dish. Top with half of bean mixture and half of the corn chips. Top with remaining beef mixture and bean mixture. Cover with foil. Bake at 375ºF. for 30 minutes.
  • Remove from oven. Uncover baking dish; top with remaining half of chips. Sprinkle with cheese.
  • Return to oven; bake, uncovered, an additional 10 to 12 minutes or until thoroughly heated and cheese is melted. If desired, garnish with chopped fresh cilantro.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 331.7, Fat 15.4, SaturatedFat 7.5, Cholesterol 75, Sodium 645.4, Carbohydrate 23.5, Fiber 5.2, Sugar 3.4, Protein 25.6

DOWN HOME CHILI CHEESEBURGER



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Recipe courtesy Emeril Lagasse, adapted from Essential Emeril: Favorite Recipes and Hard-Won Wisdom From My Life in the Kitchen, Oxmoor House, 2015, courtesy Martha Stewart Living Omnimedia, Inc.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Ingredients     Meat & Poultry     Beef Recipes     Ground Beef Recipes

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 1/2 pounds ground chuck, preferably 80% lean
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 cup thinly sliced yellow onion
1 teaspoon Emeril's Creole Seasoning (sold in supermarkets) or other Creole seasoning
Fine sea salt and freshly ground black pepper
2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
8 ounces sharp Cheddar cheese, cut into 8 slices
4 hamburger buns
Down Home Chili

Steps:

  • Form the ground beef into 8 patties about 1/3 inch thick. Preheat a griddle or cast iron skillet over medium-high heat until hot. Add the oil to the griddle. Season the onion slices with 1/4 teaspoon each of the Creole seasoning, salt, and pepper. Add the onions to the griddle and cook, stirring until lightly golden, about 8 minutes.
  • Lightly season the patties on both sides with the remaining 3/4 teaspoon Creole seasoning, 3/4 teaspoon salt, 1/4 teaspoon pepper, and the Worcestershire. Push the onions off to one side, then place the patties on the hot griddle and cook for 3 to 4 minutes for medium, turning once halfway through. Flip the patties again, add 1 slice of cheese to the top of each, and continue to cook for 1 to 2 minutes, until cheese is melted. Place the hamburger buns, cut sides down, on the griddle, and cook until warmed through and lightly toasted, about 2 minutes.
  • For each burger, place one toasted bun on a serving plate. Place one patty on the bottom half of the bun, spoon chili on top of the patty, and top with a second patty and more chili. Place a portion of onions on the chili, and finish off with the top of the bun. Serve immediately.

Tips:

  • Use high-quality ground beef. The quality of the beef will have a big impact on the flavor of your burgers, so it's worth it to spend a little extra money on good-quality meat.
  • Don't overcook the beef. Burgers should be cooked to an internal temperature of 160 degrees Fahrenheit for medium-rare, 165 degrees Fahrenheit for medium, or 170 degrees Fahrenheit for well-done.
  • Use a good bun. The bun is an important part of any burger, so make sure you choose one that's sturdy enough to hold up to the toppings and sauce.
  • Don't be afraid to experiment with different toppings. There are endless possibilities when it comes to burger toppings, so get creative and try something new. Some classic toppings include cheese, lettuce, tomato, onion, and pickle, but you can also try more unusual toppings like avocado, bacon, or jalapeños.
  • Make sure your chili is flavorful. The chili is one of the key components of a chili cheese burger, so make sure it's packed with flavor. You can use your favorite chili recipe, or try one of the recipes from the article.

Conclusion:

Chili cheese burgers are a delicious and easy-to-make meal that are perfect for any occasion. With a few simple tips, you can make the best chili cheese burgers that your family and friends will love. So next time you're looking for a hearty and satisfying meal, give chili cheese burgers a try.

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