Heat oil in a pot over medium heat to 350 degrees. In a bowl, mix together the ground beef, salt, pepper and garlic powder. Peel and slice the onion into 1 centimeter rings, and detach the rings from each other. Take a spoonful of the beef mixture and press it into the bottom of a ring. Push a cheddar square into the center of the beef. Seal the top with another spoonful of the beef, pressing it flat. Repeat with the rest of the rings. Place the flour, eggs, and bread crumbs into three separate bowls. Dip a ring into the flour, shaking off the excess, the into the egg, the bread crumbs and back to the eggs, and one last time into the bread crumbs. Repeat with the remaining rings. Fry the rings for 5-6 minutes, until deep golden brown. Drain on a paper towel, then serve with ketchup.
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