Ingredients
Burger
- 1 lb ground beef (80/20 or 90/10 for juiciness)
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
Toppings
- 2 tablespoons canola or vegetable oil
- 2 fresh jalapeños, sliced
- 1 cup freshly shredded cheddar cheese
- 4 slices thick-cut bacon, cooked crispy
- 4 eggs
- 2-3 tablespoons blackberry jam or grape jelly
- 4 hamburger buns
Equipment
- Large skillet or cast iron pan
- Spatula
Instructions
1. Prep the toppings
- Slice the jalapeños into rounds.
- Cook the bacon until crispy, then set aside on a paper towel lined plate.
- Shred the cheddar cheese.
2. Form and season the patties
- Divide the ground beef into four equal portions.
- Gently form each portion into a patty slightly wider than the hamburger buns.
- Create a shallow dimple in the center of each patty (this helps prevent doming during cooking).
- Season the patties with salt and pepper on both sides.
3. Cook the jalapeños
- Heat 2 tablespoons of oil in the skillet or pan over medium-high heat.
- Add the sliced jalapeños and cook for 1-2 minutes per side, or until softened and slightly browned.
- Remove the jalapeños from the pan and set aside.
4. Cook the burgers
- Place the burger patties in the same pan.
- Cook for 3-5 minutes per side, or until the desired level of doneness is reached.
- During the last minute of cooking, top each patty with a quarter of the cheddar cheese to melt.
5. Fry the eggs
- In a separate pan or in the same one (if there’s space), fry the eggs to your preference (over easy, over medium, etc.).
6. Assemble the burgers
- Lightly toast the hamburger buns, if desired.
- On the bottom bun, place a burger patty.
- Top the burger with bacon, a fried egg, cooked jalapeños, and blackberry jam or grape jelly.
- Place the top bun on, and enjoy!
Tips
Ground Meat: For the juiciest Canyon Creek Burger experience, choose a ground beef mixture with a higher fat content (like 80/20).
Spice it up: If you like it hotter, keep some of the jalapeño seeds in the mix.
The Bun: Try pretzel buns or brioche buns for a slightly elevated burger experience.
