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In a large bowl, toss together ground beef, onion powder, salt, black pepper, and garlic powder. Stir gently until evenly mixed.
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Take the meat mixture and divide it into four equal-sized portions. Shape them into round patties.
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Heat up a skillet or grill on medium-high heat. Cook each patty for 3 to 4 minutes on each side, or until it's done how you like it.
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When there's about a minute left on the cook time, put a slice of cheddar cheese on each patty and let it melt.
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Melt butter in a pan and toast the burger buns face-down until they're golden and lightly crispy.
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Spread ranch dressing on the bottom bun, then stack the cheesy patty, bacon bits, lettuce, and red onion. Close it up with the top bun.
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Enjoy your burgers right away while they're still warm.