The Don Recipe
Grilled Angus Beef topped with housemade pimento cheese, Applewood bacon, lettuce, and tomato served on thick toast
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Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
Method
Cooking Instructions
- 1
Prepare the Bacon
In a skillet over medium heat, cook the Applewood bacon until crispy. Remove and let drain on paper towels.
- 2
Grill the Beef
Season the Angus beef patties with salt and black pepper. Preheat a grill or grill pan over medium-high heat. Grill the patties for about 4-5 minutes on each side, or until they reach your desired level of doneness.
- 3
- 4
Assemble the Sandwich
On one slice of toasted bread, layer the grilled beef patty, followed by a generous scoop of pimento cheese, crispy bacon, lettuce leaves, and tomato slices. Top with another slice of toasted bread.
- 5
Serve
Cut the sandwich in half and serve immediately while hot.

