As summer grilling season begins, Coleman All Natural Meats introduces a gourmet twist on the classic cheeseburger with its Pork and Bacon Burgers, launched on May 23, 2025. Made with Heritage Duroc ground pork and hickory-smoked bacon, these burgers promise rich flavor and juiciness, elevating backyard barbecues across the United States. The recipe, available at ColemanNatural.com, combines premium pork with chorizo and bacon for a texture and taste that rivals restaurant offerings.
Coleman, celebrating 150 years as a provider of all-natural meats, sources its products from American family farmers who raise livestock humanely without antibiotics or added hormones. The company’s Heritage Duroc pork, known for its superior marbling and flavor, forms the base of the Pork and Bacon Burgers. Each patty blends 2 pounds of ground pork with a quarter-pound of ground pork chorizo, diced onion, minced garlic, salt, and pepper, creating a savory profile that appeals to barbecue enthusiasts.
The preparation is straightforward: mix the ingredients gently to avoid overworking the meat, form six patties, and grill over medium heat for 3-4 minutes per side until the internal temperature reaches 145 F. Optional cheese slices can be added during the final minutes for a melty finish. The burgers are topped with Coleman’s hickory-smoked, uncured bacon—6 to 8 strips per recipe—along with customizable toppings like tomato, red onion, lettuce, ketchup, and mayonnaise. Served on hamburger buns, the burgers offer a gourmet experience in just 20 minutes of prep and cook time.
Coleman’s recipe also includes a practical tip: patties can be frozen for up to one month, provided they are fully defrosted before grilling. This feature caters to busy households planning summer gatherings. The recipe yields six servings, making it ideal for family barbecues or small gatherings with friends.
The Pork and Bacon Burgers respond to growing demand for elevated at-home dining experiences. Unlike traditional beef patties, the pork-based burgers deliver a juicier texture and a complex flavor profile enhanced by the smoky bacon and spicy chorizo. Coleman’s commitment to humane farming practices and premium ingredients aligns with consumer preferences for sustainable, high-quality meats.
Founded in 1875, Coleman All Natural Meats has built a reputation for delivering antibiotic-free, hormone-free products. Its partnerships with American farmers ensure traceability and quality, from farm to table. The company’s website offers additional grilling recipes, encouraging home cooks to experiment with pork-based dishes for summer entertaining.
As grilling season peaks, Coleman’s Pork and Bacon Burgers provide a fresh option for hosts seeking to impress without complexity. The recipe’s versatility—allowing for optional toppings and cheese—ensures broad appeal, while the bacon’s crisp texture adds a crowd-pleasing element. With 114 billion burgers consumed annually in the U.S., according to industry estimates, this pork-based alternative aims to carve out a niche in backyard menus.
Pork and Bacon Burgers Recipe
Prep time: 10 minutes
Cook time: 10 minutes
Servings: 6
Ingredients:
- 2 pounds Coleman Ground Pork
- 1/4 pound ground pork chorizo
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon pepper
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 6 cheese slices (optional)
- 6 hamburger buns
- 6-8 strips Coleman Hickory Smoked Uncured Bacon, cooked
- Tomato slices (optional)
- Red onion slices (optional)
- Lettuce (optional)
- Ketchup (optional)
- Mayonnaise (optional)
Instructions:
- Preheat grill to medium heat.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine ground pork, chorizo, onion, garlic, salt, and pepper.
- Gently mix ingredients, avoiding overworking the meat.
- Divide mixture into six equal patties.
- Grill patties 3-4 minutes per side until internal temperature reaches 145 F or desired doneness.
- During the last 2-3 minutes, add cheese slices to melt, if using.
- Transfer burgers to a platter.
- Assemble burgers on buns with bacon, tomato, red onion, lettuce, ketchup, and mayonnaise, as preferred.
Tip: Freeze patties for up to 1 month; fully defrost before grilling.
