Pork and Bacon Sliders

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  Ground Pork(454g)

  Regular ground pork is typically 70/30. Look for lean if available.

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  salt and freshly-ground black pepper
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  Vegetable oil(30g)
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  Bacon, Pork
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  Bread, Slider Bun, White
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  Spinach
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  Tomato
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  Cheddar Cheese
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  Yellow Onion

Instructions

1. 1Dice the onion into thin rings and slice the tomato into rounds. Roughly chop the fresh spinach. Set aside in separate bowls.
2. 2Season the ground pork generously with salt and freshly ground black pepper. Divide into 8 equal portions and shape each into a patty roughly ¾ inch thick, creating a slight indent in the center with your thumb.
3. 3Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering. Working in batches to avoid crowding, cook the pork patties 3–4 minutes per side until the internal temperature reaches 160°F and the exterior is deeply browned. Transfer to a clean plate.
4. 4In the same skillet (add a touch more oil if needed), toast the slider buns flat-side down over medium-high heat for 30–45 seconds until the insides are golden brown and crispy. Set aside.
5. 5Layer each slider bottom bun in this order: fresh spinach, diced onion, shredded cheddar, tomato slice, one strip of cooked bacon (folded), and one pork patty. Top with the toasted bun half and secure with a toothpick.
6. 6Divide the assembled sliders evenly into 2 airtight containers while warm, stacking with parchment paper between layers if needed, or serve immediately.