Maple Pecan Patio Burgers with Grilled Pears - Sutter Home Family Vineyards

Ingredients

• 2 pounds ground chuck
• 8 ounces goat cheese, crumbled
• 1 to 2 teaspoons salt
• 1 tablespoon butter
• 1 tablespoon Colavita Olive Oil
• 1 cup finely chopped onion
• 1 cup chopped pecans
• 2 tablespoons maple flavored syrup
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 2-3 tablespoons vegetable oil, for brushing on the rack
• 3 fresh pears, cored, peeled and sliced
• 12 slices pre-cooked maple flavored bacon
• 6 thick-style fresh English muffins, split (Kaiser buns can be substituted)
• 3 cups torn butter lettuce