Classic Burger Recipe
1/2 lb burger, bacon, lettuce, tomato, American cheese
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Ingredients
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Burger Ingredients
Method
Cooking Instructions
- 1
Prepare the Beef
In a bowl, season the ground beef with salt and black pepper. Form the beef into a patty, about 3/4 inch thick.
- 2
Cook the Bacon
In a skillet over medium heat, cook the bacon slices until crispy. Remove and set aside.
- 3
Cook the Burger Patty
In the same skillet, cook the beef patty for about 3-4 minutes on one side. Flip the patty and place the slice of American cheese on top. Continue cooking for another 3-4 minutes, or until cooked to your desired doneness.
- 4
Assemble the Burger
Toast the burger bun lightly, if desired. Place the cooked patty on the bottom half of the bun. Top with bacon, lettuce, and tomato slice. Cover with the top half of the bun.
- 5
Serve
Serve the burger immediately with your choice of sides.