Prepare: In a large bowl, gently combine ground beef with Worcestershire sauce, smoked paprika and optional chopped bacon. Shape mixture into 4 equal-sized patties

Season: Generously sprinkle both sides of patties with salt and black pepper

Cook: Place patties in air fryer basket and cook at 380°F / 193°C for 4 minutes. Flip and continue cooking 5-7 minutes until desired doneness

Finish: If adding cheese, place slice on patty during final minute of cooking. Transfer to buns and add preferred toppings