Garlic Bacon Avocado Burgers with Roasted BRUSSELS and Sweet Potatoes

This was an awesome Memorial Day recipe to make! I opted for grilling the burgers instead of using a cast iron skillet as the directions call for. Also, it was a first for me throwing bacon in the food processor, but I see myself using that idea again in the future! For the side I threw some brussels sprouts and sweet potatoes on the same pan I used to bake 6 slices of bacon on for the Four Layer Beef & Bacon Casserole I also made this week, so the veggies soaked in the leftover bacon fat. I added some salt and roasted for 10-15 minutes at 375 degrees F. I then mixed everything around and roasted for another 10 minutes and served with the the burgers. And don't forget to top with avocado! Delicious, easy, and quick meal for prepping or making for family and friends.

Garlic Bacon Avocado Burgers
Ingredients:

• 1 ½ lb ground beef
• ½ lb bacon (look for a paleo brand & check ingredients!)
• 6 large cloves garlic
• ¼ teaspoon pink himalayan sea salt (I just used regular sea salt)
• ¼ teaspoon fresh cracked pepper
• 3 avocados

Directions:

1. Using a food processor, pulse the bacon strips until they are ground.
2. Crush or mince the garlic and place in a large bowl. Add the ground beef and bacon into the bowl. Sprinkle the salt and pepper over the meat. Using your hands, combine the meats, garlic, and seasoning until well disbursed.
3. Divide the meat into ¼ pound sections and shape into patties.
4. Heat a cast iron skillet (or a frying pan) to medium/high heat. Once the skillet is heated, add the patties in batches and sear for about 3-4 minutes per side (i heat my burgers to medium).
5. Serve with a few avocado slices on top of each burger!

Original recipe found here