Joey's All American Burger Recipe

Time30m

Serves2

american cheese, bacon, lettuce, tomato, and onion

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Ingredients

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1
Form the Patties
In a bowl, season the ground beef with salt and black pepper. Divide the beef into two equal portions and form them into burger patties, making a slight indentation in the center of each patty.
2
Cook the Bacon
In a skillet over medium heat, cook the bacon slices until crispy. Remove from skillet and place on paper towels to drain excess grease.
3
Grill the Patties
In the same skillet or on a grill, cook the burger patties over medium-high heat for about 4-5 minutes on each side, or until they reach your desired doneness.
4
Add Cheese
During the last minute of cooking, place a slice of American cheese on each patty. Cover the skillet or grill to help melt the cheese.

5
Prepare the Vegetables
While the burgers are cooking, wash and slice the lettuce, tomato, and onion. Cut the tomato into thick slices and the onion into thin rings.
6
Toast the Buns
If desired, toast the burger buns in the same skillet or on the grill until lightly golden.
7
Build the Burger
On the bottom half of each burger bun, place the lettuce, followed by the burger patty with melted cheese, bacon, tomato slice, and onion rings. Top with the other half of the bun.