Bacon Cheddar Burgers (Printable Version)
Big juicy burgers with tangy ranch, gooey cheddar, and crunchy bacon. Toss them on the grill and pile on your favorite extras.
# What You'll Need:
→ Burger Patties
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1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
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1/2 cup bacon, cooked and broken up
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1 (1 ounce) packet ranch dressing mix
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2 pounds ground beef
→ Assembly
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Extra toppings you like (think spicy mayo, avocado, crunchy onions, pickles)
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Slices of fresh tomato
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Crisp lettuce leaves
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Burger buns
# Step-by-Step Guide:
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Pop the grilled patties onto buns, then pile on tomato slices, lettuce, and all your favorite toppings. Dig in while it's hot.
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Set the patties onto your hot grill and let them cook without fussing. Flip each after five minutes or so, and cook the other side till your thermometer says at least 160°F (71°C)—that means they're ready.
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Scoop up the meat mix and shape it gently into patties, making sure they're kind of the same size so they’ll cook right.
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Toss beef, ranch mix, cheddar cheese, and crumbled bacon into a big bowl and give everything a good but easy mix—don't squish it too hard.
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Turn on a charcoal or gas grill and get it nice and hot—medium-high is perfect. Rinse those grates and brush a little oil on so nothing sticks.
# Additional Notes:
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Want it lighter? Swap in ground turkey or chicken instead of beef.
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Try switching up the cheese with something like smoked gouda or pepper jack for a little change.
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If you can't grill, just use a skillet on medium, cooking each burger about five minutes per side.
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Form your burger patties earlier and stash them in the fridge until you're ready to grill. Super handy.
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Load up with fun extras like avocado, spicy mayo, crunchy onions, or pickles to really boost flavor.