Bacon Cheeseburger recipe served on a plate, by Honest Abe's - Downtown
Jul 13 2026
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Bacon Cheeseburger Recipe

Inspired by Honest Abe's - Downtown
Time30m
Serves2

Juicy beef patty topped with bacon and cheese.

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Ingredients

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Burger Patty

Toppings

Burger Assembly

Method

Prepare the Burger Patty

  1. 1

    Mix Ingredients

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

  2. 2

    Form Patties

    Divide the beef mixture into two equal portions and shape them into patties, making a slight indentation in the center of each patty.

Cook the Bacon

  1. 3

    Cook Bacon

    In a skillet over medium heat, cook the bacon slices until crispy, about 5-7 minutes. Remove from skillet and drain on paper towels.

Cook the Burger Patties

  1. 4

    Cook Patties

    In the same skillet, increase the heat to medium-high. Add the burger patties and cook for 4-5 minutes on one side until browned.

  2. 5

    Flip and Add Cheese

    Flip the patties and cook for an additional 3 minutes. Place a slice of cheddar cheese on each patty in the last minute of cooking to melt.

Assemble the Burger

  1. 6

    Prepare Buns

    While the cheese is melting, toast the burger buns in the same skillet until golden brown.

  2. 7

    Build the Burger

    Spread ketchup and mustard on the bottom half of each bun. Place the burger patty with melted cheese on top, followed by bacon, lettuce, tomato, onion, and pickles. Top with the other half of the bun.

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