Bacon Cheeseburger Recipe

Hodad’s (San Diego)

1. 1

   Prepare the Bacon Patty

   In a skillet over medium heat, cook the bacon until it's crispy. Remove from heat and drain on paper towels. Once cooled, chop the bacon into small pieces.

2. 2

   Form the Bacon Patty

   Take the chopped bacon and press it into a patty shape that is slightly larger than the beef patty. Set aside.

3. 3

   Prepare the Beef Patty

   In a bowl, season the ground beef with salt and black pepper. Form it into a patty about 1 inch thick.

4. 4

   Cook the Beef Patty

   Preheat a grill or skillet over medium-high heat. Cook the beef patty for about 4-5 minutes on one side. Flip and place the bacon patty on top of the beef patty.

5. 5

   Melt the Cheese

   Add a slice of American cheese on top of the bacon patty and cover the grill or skillet with a lid for 1-2 minutes until the cheese is melted.

6. 6

   Toast the Burger Buns

   While the cheese is melting, toast the burger buns on the grill or in a separate skillet until golden brown.

7. 7

   Assemble the Burger

   On the bottom half of each toasted bun, place a leaf of lettuce, a slice of tomato, the cooked beef and bacon patty with melted cheese, pickles, and onion slice. Top with the other half of the bun.

8. 8

   Serve

   Serve immediately with your choice of sides.