Bbq Bacon Burger* Recipe
melted cheddar, applewood-smoked bacon, b&b pickles, whiskey bbq sauce
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Ingredients
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Burger Ingredients
Whiskey BBQ Sauce Ingredients
Method
Burger Preparation
- 1
Prepare the Patty
In a mixing bowl, season the ground beef with salt, black pepper, and any additional spices you prefer. Form into two equal patties.
- 2
Cook the Bacon
In a skillet over medium heat, cook the applewood-smoked bacon until crispy. Remove and drain on paper towels.
- 3
Cook the Burgers
In the same skillet, add the burger patties. Cook for about 4-5 minutes on one side, flip, and place a slice of cheddar cheese on each patty. Cook for another 4-5 minutes, until the cheese is melted and the burgers are cooked to your desired doneness.
- 4
Whiskey BBQ Sauce Preparation
- 5
Mix the Sauce
In a saucepan, combine ketchup, whiskey, brown sugar, apple cider vinegar, Worcestershire sauce, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper. Stir well.
- 6
Simmer the Sauce
Bring the mixture to a simmer over medium heat. Reduce the heat to low and let it simmer for about 10-15 minutes, stirring occasionally until thickened.
Assembly
- 7
Assemble the Burger
On the bottom half of each toasted bun, place the burger patty with melted cheddar. Top with crispy bacon, a generous spoonful of whiskey BBQ sauce, and a handful of B&B pickles. Cap with the top half of the bun.
