Crack Burger Bacon Cheddar Ranch (Print Version)

# Ingredients:

→ Patties

01 - 1 pound ground beef
02 - 3 tablespoons sour cream
03 - 3 tablespoons ranch dressing powder
04 - 1/2 cup cooked, crumbled bacon
05 - 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
06 - 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
07 - 1/4 teaspoon coarse black pepper
08 - Neutral oil, for cooking

→ Buns & Toppings

09 - 3 burger buns
10 - Lettuce leaves
11 - Sliced tomato

→ Sauce

12 - 3 tablespoons mayonnaise
13 - 1 tablespoon grainy mustard
14 - 1 tablespoon chili sauce

# Instructions:

01 - In a large bowl, combine ground beef, sour cream, ranch dressing powder, crumbled bacon, shredded cheddar cheese, kosher salt, and coarse black pepper. Mix gently to incorporate; avoid overworking the mixture.
02 - Preheat a griddle or cast iron pan over medium-high heat and brush lightly with neutral oil. Shape meat mixture into three equal patties. Cook patties to desired doneness, turning carefully as the mixture is delicate.
03 - In a small bowl, mix mayonnaise, grainy mustard, and chili sauce together. Set aside for assembly.
04 - Toast the burger buns on the griddle until golden and warmed.
05 - Spread prepared sauce onto the buns. Layer with lettuce and tomato, place the cooked patties on top, and finish with the top buns.

# Notes:

01 - Avoid overmixing the patty mixture for a tender texture.
02 - Ensure patties are fully cooked as the mixture is soft and contains dairy.