Gourmet Bacon Cheeseburger

About this recipe

Indulge in a gourmet bacon cheeseburger that offers the perfect combination of crispy bacon and melted cheese, served on a toasted bun with fresh toppings and a special sauce. This modern take ensures a juicy, flavorful patty every time.

Ingredients

• 1 pound ground beef
• 8 slices bacon
• 4 slices cheddar cheese
• 4 hamburger buns
• 1/4 cup mayonnaise
• 1 tablespoon ketchup
• 2 teaspoons sweet pickle relish
• Lettuce leaves
• 1 Tomato, sliced
• 1/2 Onion, thinly sliced
• Pickles
• Salt
• Freshly ground black pepper

Directions

1. 1

   Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with foil.

2. 2

   Arrange bacon slices on the sheet and bake until crispy, about 18-20 minutes. Drain on paper towels.

3. 3

   Mix mayonnaise, ketchup, and relish in a bowl to create the special sauce.

4. 4

   Divide ground beef into 4 patties, slightly wider than buns. Make a small indentation in each patty's center.

5. 5

   Season patties with salt and pepper. Heat a skillet over medium-high heat and cook patties for 3 minutes per side, adding cheese after flipping.

6. 6

   Toast the buns in the skillet or under a broiler until golden.

7. 7

   Assemble the burger with lettuce, tomato, onion, pickles, bacon, and beef patty. Spread special sauce on buns.

8. 8

   Serve immediately.