8 ounces ground beef
1-ounce cooked bacon, chopped
1-ounce shredded Cheddar
2 tablespoons canola or olive oil
1 hamburger bun, optional
Any other toppings to fit your tastes.

Special tools:
1 round mold (lid to a peanut butter jar or other round container recommended)
1 sheet plastic wrap

Divide ground beef into approximately 2 equal portions. Set aside. Line round mold with plastic wrap. Pat half of the ground beef into the round mold. Layer with cheese and bacon, being careful not to go too close to the edges. Cover with other half of the ground beef. Press down edges of ground beef together to seal. Remove pattie from mold and pan fry or charbroil over medium heat in 2 tablespoons of oil. Serve plain or on a bun.

By Sean Van Berkum
Director of Dining Services
Trail Ridge Retirement Community