Double Bacon Cheeseburger with Special Sauce

Ingredients:

1 lb ground beef (80/20)

Salt and pepper to taste

4 slices cheddar cheese

6 slices crispy bacon

2 brioche buns

2 tablespoons unsalted butter (for toasting the buns)

For the special sauce:

1/4 cup mayonnaise

1 tablespoon ketchup

1 teaspoon Dijon mustard

1 teaspoon pickle juice

1/4 teaspoon garlic powder

1/4 teaspoon smoked paprika

Instructions:

Prepare the patties: Divide the ground beef into 4 equal portions and form into thin patties. Season with salt and pepper on both sides.

Cook the bacon: In a skillet, cook the bacon until crispy. Drain on a paper towel and set aside.

Cook the patties: In the same skillet (or on a grill), cook the patties over medium-high heat for about 2-3 minutes per side. Add a slice of cheddar cheese on top of each patty and let it melt.

Make the special sauce: In a small bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, ketchup, Dijon mustard, pickle juice, garlic powder, and smoked paprika.

Toast the buns: Spread butter on the inside of the brioche buns and toast them in the skillet until golden and crispy.

Assemble the burger: Spread a generous amount of special sauce on the bottom bun. Add one patty, a couple of slices of bacon, then the second patty, and more bacon. Top with the other bun.