I just like having a picture of everything I used together in case I forget an ingredient for later!

If adding bacon, cook four slices of bacon until really crispy, and once cool, crumble with a fork or your fingers. Save the other six for topping burgers later

Add all the ingredients together into the beef and combine well

Divide the beef into two halves, and then divide each half into three equal portions

Flatten each patty to about half an inch, and press your thumb into the center to create a well. This prevents the burgers from shrinking too much when frying

Heat a nonstick skillet on medium heat and then pan fry the burgers 3 at a time. The cheese will ooze out in spots, that's okay and delicious once it browns and sticks to the burger!

Cover and cook for roughly 15 minutes, or until desired doneness. Test one with a meat thermometer to be sure!

I lay my bacon and cheese on top while still in the skillet, then add a splash of water and quickly cover for 30 seconds to melt the cheese perfectly. Rest burgers on paper towels for a minute or two to drain

Add your favorite toppings (mine is just onion, lettuce, and more steak sauce) Enjoy!