Double Bacon Hamburger Recipe

Burgers

1. 1

   Gather all ingredients and tools: grill or skillet, spatula, tongs, cutting board, knife, and paper towels.

2. 2

   Preheat your grill or skillet over medium-high heat.

3. 3

   Gently divide the ground beef into two equal portions and shape each into a patty about 3/4 inch thick, slightly larger than the buns; press a shallow dent in the center of each patty.

4. 4

   Season both sides of the patties with salt, black pepper, and garlic powder.

5. 5

   Place bacon strips in a single layer on the grill or skillet; cook until crisp, about 4-6 minutes per side. Transfer to paper towels to drain.

6. 6

   Brush cut sides of buns with melted butter and toast on the grill or in a skillet until golden.

7. 7

   If using cooking oil, lightly oil the cooking surface to prevent sticking.

8. 8

   Cook the beef patties on the grill or skillet: about 3-4 minutes per side for medium, flipping once. In the last minute of cooking, place a cheese slice on each patty to melt.

9. 9

   Prepare the burger sauce by whisking ketchup, mayonnaise, and mustard together; spread a thin layer on the bottom bun.

10. 10

    Assemble the burgers: on the bottom bun, layer lettuce, tomato, onion, and pickle slices.

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    Place a cheese-topped patty on the bed of vegetables; add two slices of bacon on top.

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    Top with the second cheese-topped patty, then place the top bun over it.

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    Serve immediately with optional extra condiments on the side.