The Ultimate Bacon Cheeseburger
The Ultimate Bacon Cheeseburger is a classic and indulgent dish that is perfect for a weekend treat or a special occasion. This recipe combines juicy beef patties, crispy bacon, melted cheese, and all the fixings for a mouthwatering burger experience.
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground beef
- 8 slices bacon
- 4 hamburger buns
- 4 slices cheddar cheese
- 1 onion, sliced
- Lettuce
- Tomato slices
- Pickles
- Ketchup
- Mustard
- Salt and pepper
Instructions
- Divide the ground beef into 4 equal parts and shape into patties. Season with salt and pepper.
- Cook the bacon in a skillet over medium heat until crispy. Remove and set aside.
- In the same skillet, cook the beef patties for 3-4 minutes on each side, or until desired doneness. Place a slice of cheese on each patty during the last minute of cooking to melt.
- Toast the hamburger buns in the skillet or on a griddle until golden brown.
- Assemble the burgers by placing the patty with melted cheese on the bottom bun, then topping with bacon, lettuce, tomato, onion, pickles, ketchup, and mustard. Add the top bun and serve.
Cooking & Preparation
- Preparation time:
- 10 minutes
- Cooking time:
- 15 minutes
- Total time:
- 25 minutes
- Cooking method
- Stovetop
Nutritional facts per 1 serving
- Calories
- 650
- Protein
- 30g
- Carbohydrates
- 45g
- Fat
- 40g
Supplies
Skillet Spatula Knife Cutting board
Tools
Griddle (optional)
Serving suggestions
Serve the Ultimate Bacon Cheeseburger with a side of crispy fries or a fresh salad for a complete meal.
Tips & tricks
For an extra flavor boost, you can add a spread of mayonnaise or barbecue sauce to the buns before assembling the burgers.
Cost
$15