Super Stretchy Elastiburger

Makes 4 Burgers

Ingredients:

• 1 lb ground beef (80% lean)

• 1 tsp salt

• 1/2 tsp black pepper

• 4 slices cheddar cheese

• 4 Brioche burger buns

• 8 strips of bacon

• 12 Mozzarella cheese sticks

• Ranch dressing

• Tomato slices, red onion rings, and dill chips (optional)

Instructions:

1. Prepare the Grill: Preheat your grill to medium-high heat.

2. Form the Patties: Divide the ground beef into 4 equal portions and gently shape each portion into a patty about 3/4-inch thick. Make a slight indentation in the center of each patty to prevent it from bulging as it cooks.

3. Season the Patties: Season both sides of the patties with salt and black pepper.

4. Grill the Patties: Place the patties on the grill and cook for about 3-4 minutes per side for medium-rare, or longer if desired. 

5. Prepare Bacon & Cheese Sticks: In the meantime, preheat the oven and bake Mozzarella sticks according to package directions. Cook bacon according to package directions.

6. Add the Cheese: During the last minute of cooking, place a slice of cheddar cheese on each patty and cover the grill to melt the cheese.

7. Toast the Buns: While the cheese is melting, place the burger buns on the grill for about 1 minute, until lightly toasted.

8. Assemble the Burgers: Place three warm Mozzarella sticks on the bottom bun and top with the burger patty. Add two slices of bacon and drizzle with ranch dressing. If desired add a tomato slice, red onion slices, and pickles. Top with the other half of the bun.

9. Serve: Serve the burgers immediately with Dash’s “Spring Into Action” curly fries.