Jul 13 2026
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*big Island Burger Recipe

Time30m
Serves2

Apple Wood Smoked Bacon, Buttered Brioche Bun, Cheddar Cheese

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Ingredients

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Burger Ingredients

Bun Ingredients

Method

Burger Preparation

  1. 1

    Cook the Bacon

    In a skillet over medium heat, cook the apple wood smoked bacon until crispy, about 5-7 minutes. Remove and set aside.

  2. 2

    Form the Patties

    In a bowl, combine ground beef, salt, and black pepper. Form into two equal-sized patties.

  3. 3

    Cook the Patties

    In the same skillet used for bacon, cook the patties over medium-high heat for approximately 3-4 minutes on each side for medium doneness.

  4. 4

    Add Cheese

    In the last minute of cooking, place a slice of cheddar cheese on each patty and cover to melt.

Assemble the Burger

  1. 5

    Prepare the Buns

    Spread butter on the cut sides of the brioche buns and toast them in the skillet until golden brown.

  2. 6

    Assemble

    On the bottom half of each toasted bun, place a cheeseburger patty, followed by two slices of crispy bacon. Top with the other half of the bun.

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