Jul 09 2026
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The Wertzburger Warrior Recipe

Inspired by Gilroy's Kitchen + Pub + Patio
Time30m
Serves1

14 ounces of beef awesomeness! Bacon, jalapeños, garlic aioli, american, cheddar, pepper jack, swiss fried cheese curds.

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Ingredients

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Burger Patty

Toppings

Burger Assembly

Method

Preparation of Burger Patty

  1. 1

    Prepare the Beef

    In a mixing bowl, season the ground beef with salt and pepper. Form it into a patty approximately 1 inch thick.

Cooking the Burger

  1. 2

    Cook the Patty

    Preheat a grill or skillet over medium-high heat. Place the patty on the grill and cook for about 4-5 minutes on each side, or until it reaches your desired doneness.

  2. 3

    Cook the Bacon

    In a separate skillet, cook the bacon over medium heat until crispy. Remove from skillet and let drain on paper towels.

  3. 4

    Melt the Cheese

    During the last minute of cooking the burger, place the American, Cheddar, and Pepper Jack cheese on top of the patty and cover with a lid to melt.

Assembling the Burger

  1. 5

    Prepare the Bun

    Toast the hamburger bun lightly on the grill or in a toaster.

  2. 6

    Layer the Ingredients

    Spread garlic aioli on the bottom bun. Place the lettuce and tomato slice, followed by the cooked burger patty with melted cheese. Top with crispy bacon, jalapeños, and a slice of onion.

  3. 7

    Add Cheese Curds

    Finally, pile the Swiss cheese curds on top of the burger before placing the top bun.

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