Cheese and Bacon Burger
Sink your teeth into the ultimate Cheese and Bacon Burger, a juicy, flavor-packed delight that’s perfect for any backyard barbecue or indulgent weeknight dinner. Made with perfectly seasoned 80% lean ground beef, each patty is grilled to perfection, topped with melty cheddar cheese, and crowned with crispy, irresistible bacon strips. The burger is built on lightly toasted buns layered with creamy mayonnaise, tangy ketchup, fresh lettuce, and a ripe tomato slice, striking the ultimate balance between savoriness and texture. Quick and easy to make in just 35 minutes, this recipe, serving four, promises crowd-pleasing results with every bite. Pair these burgers with fries, onion rings, or a crisp side salad for a meal that’s bursting with comfort food bliss. Perfect for burger enthusiasts, this classic recipe is your go-to for unforgettable taste and mouthwatering satisfaction.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 lb Ground beef (80% lean)
- 1 tsp Salt
- 0.5 tsp Freshly ground black pepper
- 4 slices Cheddar cheese slices
- 8 strips Bacon strips
- 4 whole Burger buns
- 4 leaves Lettuce leaves
- 4 slices Tomato slices
- 4 tbsp Mayonnaise
- 4 tbsp Ketchup
Instructions
Start by preheating your grill or stovetop pan to medium-high heat.
In a large mixing bowl, gently mix the ground beef with salt and black pepper. Be careful not to over-mix as it could result in dense burgers.
Divide the seasoned beef into four equal portions and shape each into a patty about 3/4 inch thick.
Place the formed patties onto the preheated grill or pan. Cook on one side for about 3-4 minutes until a crust forms, then flip.
As the burgers cook, lay out bacon strips on another pan or section of the grill and cook until they are crispy, then set aside on a paper towel to remove excess grease.
During the last 2 minutes of cooking the patties, place a cheese slice on each patty, allowing the cheese to melt slightly.
Simultaneously, toast the burger buns lightly on the grill or in a toaster if preferred.
Spread 1 tablespoon of mayonnaise and 1 tablespoon of ketchup on the cut side of each bun bottom.
Assemble the burgers by placing a lettuce leaf on the bottom bun followed by the burger patty topped with cheese, adding two crispy bacon strips, then a slice of tomato.
Top it with the bun cover and serve immediately while warm, alongside your favorite sides.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2892 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 203.3 g | 261% | |
| Saturated Fat | 73.1 g | 366% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 543 mg | 181% | |
| Sodium | 5672 mg | 247% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 115.4 g | 42% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 5.6 g | 20% | |
| Total Sugars | 20.8 g | ||
| Protein | 141.1 g | 282% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.7 mcg | 4% | |
| Calcium | 1080 mg | 83% | |
| Iron | 14.9 mg | 83% | |
| Potassium | 1824 mg | 39% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
