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Classic Beef Burger with Bacon Jam

Course dinner, Main Course
Servings 4 burgers

Ingredients
  

  • 1 pound 90/10 ground beef
  • equal parts salt and pepper to taste
  • 2 roma tomatoes
  • 4 slices reduced-fat sharp cheddar cheese
  • lettuce or arugula
  • 4 hamburger buns
  • 4 tbsp Bacon Jam, recipe linked above or search "bacon jam" on site
  • no sugar added BBQ Sauce, if desired

Instructions
 

  • Prepare bacon jam according to directions and set aside.
  • In a small bowl, mix salt and pepper together and set aside.
  • Divide meat into 4 equal portions (4 ounce each) and form loosely packed patties about ¾- inch thick. Press an indentation in the center of the patty.
  • Season both sides with the salt and pepper mix.
  • Heat a non stick pan or skillet over high heat. Cook the patties for 3-5 minutes on each side depending on desired doneness and flip over for another 3-4 minutes. On the last minute on the second side, top patties with cheese.
  • In the meantime, toast the buns and slice tomatoes.
  • Once burgers are done, top with a scoop of bacon ham, 2 slices of tomatoes, greens, and BBQ sauce if desired.