1-Mix ingredients and form patties: Ready to make these fig and bacon goat cheese burgers? It’s straightforward and fun! Start by mixing up the ingredients for the patties. Combine 2 pounds of cold ground beef with 4 cloves of minced garlic, 2 tablespoons of minced onion, 1 tablespoon of Worcestershire sauce, and salt and pepper to taste. Shape this into 6 even patties and you’re set to grill.

2-Grill patties and bacon: Heat your grill to 450-500°F and cook the patties for 6 to 7 minutes, flipping once, until they reach an internal temperature of 145°F for medium doneness. While the burgers are grilling, cook the 6 slices of bacon right alongside to save time it’s a game-changer!

3-Assemble burgers: Once everything’s ready, assemble by spreading 1/2 cup of fig jam on the top of the 6 hamburger buns, then place the patties on the bottom buns and top with 4 ounces of crumbled goat cheese, the cooked bacon, and 2 cups of arugula.

4-Serve: Serve them up right away for the best taste, and enjoy that gourmet flavor combo! This whole process takes about 22 minutes, perfect for busy folks.