Ingredients:

  • 1 lb (450g) ground beef (80/20 blend recommended)
  • 1 teaspoon (5ml) Worcestershire sauce
  • 1/2 teaspoon (2.5ml) garlic powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon (1.25ml) black pepper
  • 1/4 teaspoon (1.25ml) salt
  • 6 slices thick-cut bacon
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 tablespoon (15ml) butter or oil
  • 2 tablespoons (30ml) mayonnaise
  • 1 tablespoon (15ml) ketchup
  • 1 teaspoon (5ml) Dijon mustard
  • 1/2 teaspoon (2.5ml) hot sauce (like Frank's RedHot)
  • 2 brioche burger buns, split
  • 2 slices cheddar cheese
  • Optional toppings: sliced tomato, lettuce, sliced red onion, avocado

Instructions:

  1. Gently combine ground beef, Worcestershire sauce, garlic powder, salt, and pepper in a bowl. Form into two patties, slightly larger than the buns (they'll shrink during cooking).
  2. Cook bacon in a large skillet over medium heat until crispy. Remove bacon and drain on paper towels, reserving about 1 tablespoon of bacon fat in the pan.
  3. Cook the burger patties in the reserved bacon fat over medium-high heat. Cook for 4-5 minutes per side for medium, or until the internal temperature reaches 160°F (71°C). During the last minute of cooking, top each patty with a slice of cheddar cheese and let it melt.
  4. While the burgers are cooking, whisk together mayonnaise, ketchup, Dijon mustard, and hot sauce in a small bowl.
  5. Fry or poach the eggs to your liking. If frying, use the remaining bacon fat for extra flavour. Aim for a runny yolk.
  6. Lightly toast the brioche buns.
  7. Spread the secret sauce on both halves of each bun. Place a cheeseburger patty on the bottom bun. Top with bacon slices, a fried or poached egg, and any desired optional toppings. Place the top bun on and serve immediately.