For the burger patties:
2 pounds ground beef (80/20 blend)
1½ tsp salt
½ tsp black pepper
Optional : garlic powder, Worcestershire sauce, or onion powder for extra depth
For the ultimate hangover topping stack:
4 large slices pepper jack cheese
4 crispy hash browns (homemade or frozen)
4 fried eggs (sunny-side up or over-easy)
4 thick slices of crispy bacon (or more — we don’t judge)
4 brioche or potato burger buns , lightly toasted
Optional sauces : hot sauce, ketchup, mayo, or chipotle aioli
Equipment Needed
Mixing bowl
Baking sheet or skillet (for hash browns)
Grill or skillet
Spatula
Toaster or oven (for buns)
Frying pan (for eggs and bacon)
Measuring tools
Step-by-Step Instructions
Step 1: Season & Shape the Beef Patties
In a mixing bowl:Add ground beef , salt , and black pepper .
Gently mix until just combined — avoid overworking the meat.
Form into 4 equal-sized burger patties , about ¾-inch thick.
Tip: Make a small indentation in the center of each patty to prevent puffing up during cooking.
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Step 2: Cook the Bacon
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Fry 4–8 slices of bacon until crispy and golden.
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