Ranch House Burgers

Juicy, cheesy, and loaded with ranch flavor, these burgers are quick to prep and full of bold, savory goodness. Perfect for a weeknight dinner or a laid-back weekend cookout.

Yield: 6-8 smash burgers
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 6-8 minutes
Special Equipment: Parchment paper, Cast iron or nonstick skillet

Ingredients

• 1 lb ground beef

• 3 tablespoons sour cream

• 2 tablespoons ranch dressing powder

• 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese

• 3–4 strips pre-cooked bacon, crumbled

Directions

1. In a mixing bowl, combine ground beef, sour cream, ranch dressing powder, shredded cheddar, and crumbled bacon.

2. Divide the mixture into six large meatballs.

3. Preheat a skillet over medium-high heat. Place each meatball into the hot pan and use a piece of parchment paper and a spatula to smash it into a patty. Cook each patty for about 3 minutes per side or until it reaches your desired doneness.

   Serve on your favorite burger buns with toppings of your choice.