Serves: 4 Burgers

Ingredients

• 1 1/2 lb ground chuck, 80/20 blend
• 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
• 1 teaspoon The Spice Way Granulated Garlic
• 1 teaspoon The Spice Way Granulated Onion
• 1 teaspoon kosher salt
• 1/2 teaspoon The Spice Way Black Pepper
• 1 tablespoon butter or olive oil
• 1 large onion, thinly sliced
• 1 teaspoon apple cider vinegar
• 4 slices aged cheddar cheese
• 8 slices cooked bacon
• 4 brioche burger buns, toasted
• Arugula
• 4 tablespoons aioli or truffle mayo
• Optional: sautéed mushrooms or avocado slices

Preparation

1. Heat the butter or olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add the sliced onion and cook 15 to 20 minutes, stirring often, until deeply softened and golden. Stir in the apple cider vinegar and set aside.
2. In a bowl, gently mix the ground chuck, Worcestershire sauce, granulated garlic, granulated onion, salt, and black pepper. Form into 4 patties without overworking the meat.
3. Heat a grill, grill pan, or skillet over medium-high heat. Cook the patties until browned and the center reaches 160°F. Add cheddar during the last minute so it melts.
4. Build the burgers with arugula, the cheddar-topped patties, caramelized onions, bacon, and aioli or truffle mayo on toasted brioche buns.