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Crack Burgers

A delightful combination of juicy ground chuck, creamy sour cream, flavorful ranch dressing, crispy bacon, and melted cheddar cheese perfect for summer barbecues.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Burger Patties
  • 1.5 lb ground chuck Use quality ground chuck for the best flavor.
  • 3 Tbsp sour cream
  • 2 Tbsp ranch dressing mix
  • ⅓ cup cooked and crumbled bacon
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
For Serving
  • Hamburger buns Choose your favorite type.
  • Lettuce, tomato, mustard, mayo For topping.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a large bowl, combine the ground chuck, sour cream, ranch dressing mix, crumbled bacon, and shredded cheddar cheese. Mix until well combined, being careful not to overmix.
  2. Form the mixture into 6 hamburger patties, ensuring they are similar in size. Press a small dimple in the center of each patty to prevent puffing.
Cooking
  1. Grill the patties over medium heat to your desired doneness, flipping carefully to avoid breaking.
  2. Check temperatures with a meat thermometer: 130-135°F for medium-rare, 140-145°F for medium, and 160°F for well-done.
  3. Serve the burgers on buns topped with lettuce, tomato, mustard, and mayo. Add pickles, onions, or avocado if desired.

Notes

For a flavor boost, add garlic powder or onion powder to the patty mix. Customize with different cheeses or spices. Serve with fun sides like sweet potato fries or coleslaw for a complete meal.