The Labor Day Burger Recipe

Name: The Labor Day Burger
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 6 slices bacon; 1 tablespoon bacon drippings; 1 pound ground beef; 1 cup dry bread crumbs; 1 tablespoon red pepper flakes; 1 pinch freshly ground black pepper; 1/2 cup shredded Colby-Jack cheese, or more to taste; cooking spray; 2 slices Colby-Jack cheese (optional); 2 thin tomato slices; 2 slices avocado; 2 hamburger buns, split

Servings: persons

6 slices bacon
1 tablespoon bacon drippings
1 pound ground beef
1 cup dry bread crumbs
1 tablespoon red pepper flakes
1 pinch freshly ground black pepper
1/2 cup shredded Colby-Jack cheese, or more to taste
cooking spray
2 slices Colby-Jack cheese (optional)
2 thin tomato slices
2 slices avocado
2 hamburger buns, split

1
Place bacon in a large skillet and cook over medium-high heat, turning occasionally, until evenly browned but not totally crisp, about 8 minutes. Drain on paper towels. Retain 1 tablespoon bacon drippings.
2
Mix ground beef, bread crumbs, red pepper flakes, black pepper, and retained bacon drippings in a bowl until thoroughly combined; divide meat mixture into 4 equal portions. Form each portion into a large patty, making them as thin as possible. Sprinkle shredded Colby-Jack cheese onto 2 of the patties, leaving an edge about 3/4 inch wide uncovered. Place second patty onto the cheese and press the edges of the patties together to create 2 cheese-stuffed burgers. Place stuffed patties into freezer to chill slightly, about 10 minutes.
3
Preheat an outdoor grill for high heat.
4
Spray the grill grate with cooking spray and place burgers onto grill; turn heat to low, place lid over grill, and cook until outsides of burgers are lightly charred and cheese has melted, about 10 minutes per side. Maintain grill temperature at about 300 degrees F (150 degrees C). Use a spray bottle of water to control flames; flames should just lightly contact the bottoms of the burgers to create a slight char. After the first flip, place 3 partially-cooked bacon slices onto each burger.
5
About 2 minutes before burgers are done, place a Colby-Jack cheese slice onto each burger; top with tomato and avocado slices and transfer burgers to plate to rest for 1 or 2 minutes. Serve burgers on hamburger buns.

768

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Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 6 slices bacon, 1 tablespoon bacon drippings, 1 pound ground beef, 1 cup dry bread crumbs, and more.

Yes, The Labor Day Burger falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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The Labor Day Burger

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