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Ingredients
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Burger Patty
Billionaire's Bacon
Burger Assembly
Method
Burger Patty Preparation
- 1
Prepare the Patty Mixture
In a mixing bowl, combine the ground beef with salt, black pepper, and garlic powder. Mix gently until just combined.
- 2
Form the Patties
Divide the mixture into two equal portions and shape each into a patty, about 3/4 inch thick. Make a slight indentation in the center of each patty to prevent puffing during cooking.
Billionaire's Bacon Preparation
- 3
Prepare the Bacon
Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Place the bacon slices on the sheet and sprinkle with brown sugar and black pepper.
- 4
Bake the Bacon
Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, or until the bacon is crispy and caramelized. Remove and let cool slightly.
Cooking the Burger
- 5
- 6
Add Cheese
In the last minute of cooking, place a slice of cheddar cheese on each patty and cover to melt.
Assembly
- 7
Assemble the Burger
Spread mayonnaise and mustard on the bottom half of the burger buns. Place the cooked patty with melted cheese on top, followed by billionaire's bacon, lettuce, tomato, and onion. Top with the other half of the bun.
