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Updated November 28, 2019

BLT Ranch Burgers

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Editor’s Note: The next time you have everyone over for a cookout, up the ante in a big way with this recipe for BLT Ranch Burgers. This recipe is easy to make and will have everyone clamoring for seconds!

Did I say BLT and ranch and burger? All three in one recipe? Yep. I made these burgers for a group of friends one afternoon and they pretty much lost their minds. The ranch dressing is rich and creamy next to the beefy burger with that crispy bacon, lettuce, and tomato. They are truly indulgent!

Makes4 Burgers

EquipmentGrill, Grill Pan

Taste and TextureMeaty, Savory

Type of DishDressing, Hamburger, Sandwich

Ingredients

1 cup (240 ml) mayonnaise
1/2 cup (120 ml) plain yogurt
1/4 cup (60 ml) buttermilk
2 tablespoons minced fresh chives
2 tablespoons minced fresh flat-leaf parsley
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
1 pound (455 g) lean ground beef
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
1 large egg, lightly beaten
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
4 potato buns, buttered and toasted
8 pieces cooked bacon, cut in half
1 ripe tomato, sliced
Bibb lettuce leaves

Instructions

Make the dressing: Combine all the dressing ingredients and mix well. Refrigerate until ready to serve.
Make the burgers: Preheat an outdoor grill to medium-high. In a bowl, combine the beef, Worcestershire sauce, egg, salt, and pepper. Shape into four patties.
Grill the patties for about 3 minutes per side for medium doneness. Place each patty on a bun and top with bacon, tomato, lettuce, and a generous dollop of dressing. Close the burgers with the top bun half and serve.

2015 Katie Lee