Serves 6

Classic Bacon Cheeseburger

  • Prep Time 15 Minutes
  • Cooking Time 25-30 Minutes
  • Method Direct Heat
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Ingredients

  • 6 Slices Bacon
  • 900G Minced Chuck (80% Lean)
  • Salt
  • Freshly Ground Black Pepper
  • 6 Thin Slices Mature Cheddar Cheese
  • 6 Hamburger Buns
  • 6 Crisp Lettuce Leaves
  • 6 Slices Ripe Tomato
  • Tomato Sauce, Optional
  • Mustard, Optional

Nutrition

Instructions

  1. In A Large Sauté Pan Over Medium Heat, Cook The Bacon Until Crisp, 10 To 12 Minutes, Turning Occasionally. Transfer The Bacon Onto Paper Towels To Drain.
  2. Gently Shape The Ground Chuck Into Six Burgers Of Equal Size And Thickness (About 1Cm Thick). Season Both Sides Of The Burgers With Salt And Pepper.
  3. Grill Over Direct Medium Heat (180°C To 230°C), With The Lid Closed As Much As Possible, Until The Internal Temperature Reaches 70°C For Medium, 8 To 10 Minutes, Turning Once. Top Each Burger With A Slice Of Cheese During The Last Minute Or Two Of Grilling Time And Allow The Cheese To Melt. During The Last 30 Seconds, Grill The Buns Over Direct Medium Heat Until Lightly Toasted.
  4. Serve The Cheeseburgers Hot On The Toasted Buns With A Lettuce Leaf And A Slice Of Tomato, Topped With A Slice Of The Bacon. Serve With Ketchup And Mustard On The Side, If Desired.
  • Preparation Time: 15 Minutes
  • Braai Time: 8-10 Minutes
  • Total Time: 25-30 Minutes
  • Serves: 6
  • Skill Level: Medium To Dificult
  • Cooking Method: Direct Heat
  • Braai Temperature: 180°C-230°C
  • Core Temperature: 70°C
  • Equipment: Precision Grill Spatula, Drip Pans Large Za

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