1 1/2 pounds ground round
salt
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
4 thin slices of cheddar or other semi-hard cheese
4 hamburger buns
Gently shape the meat into 4 burgers about 3/4 inch thick and 4 inches across. Make a 1/4 inch dimple in the center of each burger with the tips of your middle three fingers. Sprinkle both sides with salt.
Place a skillet over high heat and let it get very hot, about 2 minutes. Add the oil and spread it evenly over the pan. Arrange the burgers so they aren't touching and cook, uncovered, for 5 minutes. Turn and lay a slice of cheese over each burger. Do not Cover. Cook about 4 minutes more for medium-rare, or as desired.
Remove the burgers from the pan, place on the buns, top each with 2 slices of bacon, and serve proudly.
I usually add a leaf of lettuce and a slice of tomato as well. If I'm really into it, I sautee a few onions for the burgers and add some barbeque sauce for flavor.
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