Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground beef (80% lean)
- 4 slices sharp cheddar cheese
- 4 strips bacon
- 4 brioche buns
- 1 cup fresh lettuce, chopped
- 1 medium tomato, sliced
- 8 slices pickles
- 2 tbsp mustard
- 2 tbsp ketchup
Instructions
- Prepare all ingredients: chop lettuce and slice tomatoes.
- In a skillet over medium heat, cook bacon until crispy. Drain on paper towels.
- Shape ground beef into four 1-inch thick patties and season with salt and pepper.
- Preheat grill or skillet over medium-high heat; cook patties for 4-5 minutes per side until browned.
- Add cheddar slices on top of patties to melt during the last minute of cooking.
- Toast brioche buns until golden brown.
- Assemble burgers: layer lettuce on the bottom bun, add the cheesy patty, crispy bacon, tomato slices, pickles, mustard, and ketchup.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Irish
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 burger (216g)
- Calories: 500
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 900mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 27g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
Keywords: For a unique twist, substitute ground beef with lamb or turkey. Experiment with different cheeses like blue cheese or gouda for added richness. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days.