Bacon cheeseburgers and fries make for a classic, satisfying meal. Here’s a recipe to guide you through making delicious homemade bacon cheeseburgers and crispy fries:
Ingredients for Bacon Cheeseburgers:
- 1 pound ground beef (80/20 blend recommended for juicier burgers)
- Salt and pepper to season
- 4 hamburger buns
- 4 slices of bacon
- 4 slices of cheese (cheddar, American, or your favorite cheese)
- Lettuce, tomato slices, onions (optional, for topping)
- Condiments (ketchup, mustard, mayo, etc., as desired)
Ingredients for Fries:
- 4 large russet potatoes, peeled and cut into fries
- 2-3 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt, pepper, and any other desired seasonings (paprika, garlic powder, etc.)
Instructions:
Bacon Cheeseburgers:
- Cook Bacon:
- In a skillet over medium heat, cook the bacon until crispy. Remove from the pan and set aside on paper towels to drain excess grease.
- Prepare Burgers:
- Divide the ground beef into four equal portions. Shape each portion into a patty, about 1/2 to 3/4 inch thick.
- Season both sides of the patties generously with salt and pepper.
- Cook the burgers in the same skillet over medium-high heat for about 3-4 minutes per side for medium doneness (adjust time for desired doneness).
- When the burgers are almost done cooking, place a slice of cheese on each patty to melt.
- Assemble Burgers:
- Toast the hamburger buns lightly.
- Assemble the burgers by placing a cheese-topped patty on the bottom half of each bun.
- Add bacon, lettuce, tomato slices, onions, and condiments as desired.
- Top with the other half of the bun.
Fries:
- Preheat Oven:
- Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Prepare Fries:
- In a bowl, toss the peeled and cut potatoes with olive oil, salt, pepper, and any other desired seasonings until evenly coated.
- Spread the fries in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet.
- Bake Fries:
- Bake the fries in the preheated oven for about 30-35 minutes, flipping them halfway through, until they’re golden brown and crispy.
- Serve:
- Serve the bacon cheeseburgers alongside the crispy fries.
Feel free to customize your burgers with additional toppings or sauces according to your preference. Enjoy your homemade bacon cheeseburgers and crispy fries!
