Cheesy Bacon Burger (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
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1 cup of grated cheddar cheese.
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6 fluffy brioche buns.
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6 slices of cheese.
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Half a cup of crispy bacon bits (about 6 strips).
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2 tablespoons of ranch seasoning mix.
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Pickle slices.
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1.5 pounds of ground beef, 80/20 fat ratio.
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Some burger sauce.
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1/4 cup of sour cream.
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Caramelized onions for topping.
# Instructions:
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Fry the bacon till it's crunchy, then crumble and keep aside.
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In a bowl, combine the ground beef, cheddar, sour cream, bacon bits, and ranch seasoning.
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Divide the mixture into 6 equal pieces and shape them into patties.
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On a hot griddle, cook each patty: 5 minutes on the first side, then flip and cook for 4 more. Put a cheese slice on top, cover, and let it melt for a minute.
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Place patties on brioche buns and top them any way you like.
# Notes:
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Swap sour cream with Greek yogurt if you want.
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Different beef blends can change how juicy they turn out.
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Keep mixing to a minimum, so the meat stays tender.
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These are tastiest when eaten hot and fresh.
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Ideal for a backyard barbecue.
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You can form the patties earlier and refrigerate.