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Gourmet Bacon Basil Burger with Herbed Aioli

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The Gourmet Bacon Basil Burger combines juicy beef patties with smoky bacon, fresh basil, ripe tomato, crisp lettuce, and a creamy herbed aioli—all served on toasted brioche buns.

Ingredients

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  • 1 1/2 lbs ground beef (80/20 blend)
  • 8 bacon strips
  • 1 cup fresh basil leaves
  • 4 brioche buns
  • 4 romaine or butter lettuce leaves
  • 1 large tomato, sliced
  • 1 small red onion, thinly sliced
  • Salt and freshly cracked black pepper, to taste
  • Olive oil or butter, for toasting buns
  • For herbed aioli:
  • 1/2 cup mayonnaise
  • 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, minced
  • 1 tablespoon fresh basil, minced
  • 1 garlic clove, minced
  • 1 teaspoon lemon juice
  • Salt and pepper, to taste

Instructions

  1. Prepare the herbed aioli by combining mayonnaise, minced basil, parsley, garlic, lemon juice, salt, and pepper. Mix well and refrigerate until ready to use.
  2. Cook bacon in a skillet over medium heat until crisp. Drain on paper towels and reserve a teaspoon of bacon fat if desired.
  3. Divide the ground beef into 4 equal portions and shape into patties slightly larger than the buns. Make a thumb indentation in the center of each.
  4. Season patties with salt and pepper on both sides. Cook in a hot skillet with oil or bacon fat for 3–4 minutes per side for medium doneness. Add cheese at the end if using.
  5. Toast the brioche buns cut-side down in a skillet with butter or oil until golden.
  6. Assemble burgers by spreading herbed aioli on both bun halves. Layer lettuce, tomato, burger patty, bacon, fresh basil, and red onion slices. Top with the other bun half.
  7. Serve hot with a side of fries, chips, or salad.

Notes

  • Add cheese like cheddar, Swiss, blue cheese, or pepper jack for extra flavor.
  • Use plant-based or turkey patties for dietary preferences.
  • Add sliced jalapeños for heat or avocado for creaminess.
  • Mix store-bought basil pesto with mayo for a quick aioli shortcut.
  • Store components separately and reheat patties and bacon in the oven before assembling.

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