Cheddar Bacon Ranch Burger Bowls

ground beef

🥗Healthier: ground turkey

💰Cheaper: ground pork

Ground turkey is leaner, while ground pork can be less expensive.

cheddar cheese

🥗Healthier: reduced-fat cheese

💰Cheaper: processed cheese

Reduced-fat cheese lowers calories, while processed cheese can be cheaper.

Combine cheese, bacon pieces, jalapeños, and ranch in a bowl. Stir together and refrigerate.

Season the ground beef with salt and pepper in a large bowl, and mix in with your hands.

Grab a baseball-sized piece of beef. Roll it with your hands into a ball and place on a parchment lined baking tray.

Using a clean, empty soda or beer can, press the ball of beef around the can to create a bowl. Make sure to smooth out any cracks.

Fill the bowls with the cheddar mixture and refrigerate for 2 hours.

Preheat the grill to 350˚F/175˚C.

Cook burger bowls over indirect heat for 25-30 minutes.

Serve with or without a bun with your favorite toppings.

Cooking Techniques

Equipment Needed

Spice Level:

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