Bacon Cheddar Burger (Printable Version)

Juicy patties seasoned with bacon, cheddar, and ranch show off on toasted buns finished with a rich creamy topping.

# What You'll Need:

→ Patties

01 - Neutral oil for your pan
02 - 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
03 - 1/2 teaspoon coarse salt
04 - 1 cup cheddar, shredded
05 - 1/2 cup bacon, crumbled and cooked
06 - 3 tablespoons ranch powder
07 - 3 tablespoons sour cream
08 - 1 pound ground beef

→ Buns & Toppings

09 - Slices of tomato
10 - Lettuce
11 - 3 hamburger buns

→ Sauce

12 - 1 tablespoon chili sauce
13 - 1 tablespoon whole grain mustard
14 - 3 tablespoons mayo

# Step-by-Step Guide:

01 - Toss beef, sour cream, ranch powder, bacon, cheese, salt, and pepper into a roomy bowl. Gently stir it all together with your hands—don’t squash it too much or your burgers can get tough.
02 - Get your cast iron or griddle nice and hot over medium-high. Add a little oil. Mold the meat into three patties. Sear each until they’re cooked just how you like, flipping them gently since they’re a bit soft.
03 - Grab a small bowl. Stir together chili sauce, mustard, and mayo until smooth. Leave it nearby—you’ll need it in a bit.
04 - Throw the buns cut-side down onto your hot pan till they’re toasty and a little crunchy.
05 - Slather some sauce on the buns. Toss on lettuce and tomato. Pop your hot patties on next, then cap with the remaining buns and dig in.

# Additional Notes:

01 - Gently mix your burger base so your patty stays juicy.
02 - Cook burgers all the way since the mix is pretty soft and has dairy in it.