NUTRITION

SERVINGS

INGREDIENTS

6 oz 93% lean ground beef

0 slices center-cut bacon

0 slices sharp cheddar cheese

1 whole whole wheat sandwich thin

1 leaf butter lettuce

2 slices tomato

1 slice red onion

1 tsp yellow mustard

0.25 tsp sea salt

0.25 tsp black pepper

PREPARATION

• 1

  Preheat a cast-iron skillet over medium-high heat until very hot.

• 2

  Divide the lean ground beef into two 3-ounce portions and shape them into thin, even patties.

• 3

  Season both sides of the beef patties with the sea salt and black pepper.

• 4

  Place the bacon slices in the skillet and cook until crispy, then remove and drain on a paper towel.

• 5

  In the same skillet, sear the beef patties for 3-4 minutes per side until fully cooked through.

• 6

  Place the cheese slice on one patty during the last minute of cooking, then stack the second patty on top to melt the cheese between them.

• 7

  Lightly toast the sandwich thin in the skillet or a toaster until golden.

• 8

  Assemble the burger by placing the butter lettuce, tomato slices, and red onion on the bottom half of the sandwich thin.

• 9

  Add the stacked patties, crispy bacon, and a swipe of yellow mustard before topping with the remaining sandwich thin.