Jul 13 2026
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Pepper Jack Bacon Burger Recipe

Inspired by The Special Restaurant
Time30m
Serves4

Grilled hamburger with melted pepper jack cheese and bacon.

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Ingredients

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Burger Ingredients

Toppings

Method

Preparing the Patties

  1. 1

    Mix Ingredients

    In a mixing bowl, combine the ground beef, salt, black pepper, and garlic powder. Mix until just combined, being careful not to overwork the meat.

  2. 2

    Form Patties

    Divide the mixture into four equal portions and shape each portion into a patty, making a slight indentation in the center of each to ensure even cooking.

Cooking the Bacon

  1. 3

    Cook Bacon

    In a skillet over medium heat, cook the bacon slices until crispy, about 5-7 minutes. Remove and drain on paper towels.

Grilling the Burgers

  1. 4

    Preheat Grill

    Preheat your grill to medium-high heat.

  2. 5

    Grill Patties

    Place the patties on the grill and cook for about 4-5 minutes on each side for medium doneness. In the last minute of cooking, place a slice of pepper jack cheese on each patty to melt.

Assembling the Burger

  1. 6

    Toast Buns

    If desired, toast the burger buns on the grill for about 1-2 minutes until golden.

  2. 7

    Assemble

    On the bottom half of each bun, layer lettuce, a grilled patty with melted cheese, crispy bacon, and a slice of tomato. Add pickles, ketchup, and mustard to taste, then place the top half of the bun.

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