Jul 09 2026
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Bacon Burger Delight Recipe

Inspired by Hickory Garden Restaurant
Time30m
Serves2

Topped with bacon and American cheese, served with lettuce, tomato, pickles, and French fries.

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Ingredients

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Burger Patties

Toppings

French Fries

Method

Preparing the Burger Patties

  1. 1

    Mix the Patties

    In a large bowl, combine ground beef, salt, black pepper, and garlic powder. Mix gently until just combined.

  2. 2

    Shape the Patties

    Divide the mixture into 2 equal parts and shape them into burger patties.

Cooking the Bacon

  1. 3

    Cook the Bacon

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

Cooking the Burgers

  1. 4

    Grill the Patties

    In the same skillet with the bacon drippings or on a grill, cook the burger patties for about 4-5 minutes on each side or until desired doneness.

  2. 5

    Add Cheese

    In the last minute of cooking, place a slice of American cheese on each patty and cover to melt.

Preparing the Toppings

  1. 6

    Prepare Lettuce and Tomato

    Wash and dry the lettuce. Slice the tomato into thick slices.

  2. 7

    Prepare Pickles

    Slice pickles if necessary, or serve whole.

Cooking the French Fries

  1. 8

    Cook the Fries

    Bake or fry the frozen French fries according to package instructions. Sprinkle with salt to taste.

Assembling the Burger

  1. 9

    Build the Burger

    On a burger bun, place the cooked patty with melted cheese, top with crispy bacon, lettuce, tomato slices, and pickles.

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