Classic Burger Recipe

Time30m

Serves4

Grilled all beef burger with peppered bacon, choice of cheese, lettuce, tomato on a toasted bun.

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Ingredients

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1
Mix the Ingredients
In a bowl, combine the ground beef, salt, and black pepper. Mix gently until just combined.
2
Form the Patties
Divide the meat mixture into 4 equal portions and shape each portion into a patty about 3/4 inch thick. Make a small indentation in the center of each patty to prevent them from puffing up while cooking.

3
Cook the Bacon
In a skillet over medium heat, cook the peppered bacon slices until crispy, about 4-5 minutes on each side. Remove from the skillet and drain on paper towels.

4
Preheat the Grill
Preheat your grill to medium-high heat.
5
Grill the Patties
Place the burger patties on the grill and cook for about 4-5 minutes on one side. Flip the patties and place a slice of cheese on each one. Grill for another 4-5 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and the patties are cooked to your desired doneness.

6
Toast the Buns
While the burgers are finishing, place the burger buns on the grill for about 1-2 minutes, cut side down, until toasted.
7
Build the Burger
On the bottom half of each toasted bun, place a lettuce leaf, followed by a grilled burger patty with cheese, a slice of tomato, and finally, the crispy bacon. Top with the other half of the bun.