Mock Filet Mignon

• 2 slices bread
• 1 1/4 c. water, divided
• 1 lb. ground chuck
• 1/2 tsp. seasoned salt
• 1/2 tsp. pepper
• 6 slices bacon
• 2 Tbsp. shortening
• 2 Tbsp. catsup
• 1 Tbsp. Worcestershire sauce

1. Tear bread into small pieces and place in a small shallow bowl.
2. Add 1/2 cup water and let soak for 10 minutes.
3. Squeeze water from bread; discard water.
4. Combine softened bread, meat, seasoned salt and pepper in a medium bowl.
5. Mix well.
6. Shape mixture into 6 patties, each 1/2-inch thick.
7. Wrap a bacon slice around each patty, securing with a toothpick.
8. Melt shortening in a large skillet over medium heat.
9. Cook patties until brown on each side.
10. Place patties in a lightly greased 2 1/2-quart shallow baking dish.
11. Combine 3/4 cup water, catsup and Worcestershire sauce.
12. Stir well.
13. Pour sauce over patties; cover and bake at 350u0b0 for 1 hour.
14. Serves 6.

bread, water, ground chuck, salt, pepper, bacon, shortening, catsup, worcestershire sauce

Taken from www.cookbooks.com/Recipe-Details.aspx?id=471664 (may not work)