Ultimate Cheesy Bacon Double Smash Burger (Carnivore Style)

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Ingredients:

2 lbs (900 g) ground beef (80/20 ratio for juicy burgers)
8 slices of full-fat cheese (Cheddar, Swiss, or your choice, but avoid processed cheese)
8 slices of bacon (uncured and sugar-free if possible)
Butter or tallow for cooking (about 2 tablespoons)
Salt and pepper (to taste)
Optional: 2 fried eggs (if desired for extra protein and richness)

Instructions:

1. Prepare the bacon:

Start by cooking the bacon. Heat a large skillet or frying pan over medium heat and add the bacon slices. Cook them for about 3-5 minutes on each side or until crispy.
Once done, remove the bacon from the pan and set it aside on a paper towel-lined plate to absorb any excess grease. Leave the bacon fat in the skillet—it’ll be used for cooking the burgers and adds incredible flavor.

2. Shape the beef patties:

While the bacon is cooking, take your ground beef and divide it into 4 equal portions (about 4 oz each). Roll each portion into a ball. These will be your burger patties.
Important step for “smash” burgers: Smash the beef balls into flat patties. To do this, place a sheet of parchment paper over each beef ball and press down with a flat spatula or any heavy object (like a cast iron skillet). Press firmly to flatten the patties into thin, round discs. This step creates the crispy, caramelized edges that make smash burgers so delicious.

3. Cook the beef patties:

Heat the skillet with the leftover bacon grease over medium-high heat. Once the pan is hot, place your smashed beef patties in the pan. Don’t overcrowd the pan—cook the patties in batches if necessary.
Season the patties generously with salt and pepper. Cook each patty for about 2-3 minutes on one side. When you flip the patties, immediately add 2 slices of cheese on top of each patty and cover the pan to help the cheese melt.
Flip the patties and cook for another 2-3 minutes until the burgers are fully cooked through, the cheese is melted, and the patties have a crispy golden-brown crust.

4. Cook the eggs (optional):

If you want to add a fried egg for extra richness, use the same skillet with a little extra butter or tallow. Crack the eggs gently into the pan, season with a pinch of salt, and fry them to your preferred doneness (sunny-side-up or over-easy is ideal for this burger).

5. Assemble the burger:

Now it’s time to assemble your burger. Take the first cheesy patty and place it on a plate. Add two slices of crispy bacon on top.
Add the second cheesy patty on top of the bacon.
If you’re using fried eggs, place one egg on top of the second patty for extra richness.

6. Serve and enjoy:

Your Ultimate Cheesy Bacon Double Smash Burger is ready to serve! The combination of juicy, crispy smashed beef patties, melty cheese, smoky bacon, and a rich fried egg (if added) will give you a perfect carnivore meal. No buns are necessary, as the burgers themselves are so flavorful and satisfying on their own.

Why It’s Carnivore:

Beef patties: 100% meat with no fillers or carbs.
Bacon: Animal-based, uncured, and sugar-free, keeping it within carnivore guidelines.
Cheese: Full-fat, real cheese (no processed cheese).
Butter/Tallow: Animal fats used for cooking, providing richness and flavor.

Additional Tips:

Customize your cheese: Choose your favorite cheese, but ensure it’s full-fat and real cheese (no processed cheese slices).
Adjust seasoning: If you’re feeling adventurous, you can add other carnivore-friendly seasonings like garlic powder or paprika to the beef patties, but it’s optional.
Storage: Leftover patties can be stored in the fridge for up to 3 days and are delicious when reheated.

This Ultimate Cheesy Bacon Double Smash Burger is rich in flavor, loaded with protein, and perfectly suited for the carnivore diet. Enjoy this indulgent yet totally diet-friendly burger!