Recipe #2: Synergy Flameburgers

I'm a big burger fan. Besides steak and a baked potato, there's almost nothing I crave more often. I've eaten burgers with a vast variety of toppings; fried eggs, shredded chicken, onion rings, and even corn. This is the most delicious burger I've been able to invent at home; I took ideas from Five Guys, A&W, and perhaps others.

Synergy Flameburgers

"The whole is tastier than the sum of the parts!"

 Ingredients

• Toasted sesame seed buns
• Beef hamburger patties
• Sliced, jarred Jalapeño peppers
• 2 strips bacon
• Lettuce
• Pickles (hamburger chips are best)
• Ranch dressing
• A-1 steak sauce
• Medium cheddar cheese
• Mayonnaise
• Onions

Directions

1. Fry the bacon, drain most of the grease, then sautté the onions in the remaining drippings.
2. Season the patty(ies) with seasoning salt and lemon pepper. Grill until desired doneness(Yes, that's a word). Place slice of cheddar cheese on each burger to melt.
3. Spread mayonnaise on the buns. Put a small amount of A-1 steak sauce on the underside of the hamburger patty.
4. Arrange the burger and toppings in the following order:
1. Jalapeños
2. Onions
3. Patty (and cheese)
4. Bacon
5. Pickles
6. Ranch
7. Lettuce
5. Serve with seasoned potato wedges. Comment on this blog with your opinion.

YIELD: 1 burger per bun/patty combo. For a heartier, meatier meal, add TWO patties!

Washes down well with...  Pop, soda, or soft drink. All are great.