Bacon Bacon Burger

Transform your backyard grill into a bacon paradise with this over-the-top burger that layers three different pork preparations for maximum flavor impact. The secret is the bacon jam – a sweet and savory spread that ties everything together.

Ingredients

• 1 lb ground beef (80/20 blend)
• 4 slices thick-cut bacon
• 4 oz pork belly, skinless, cut into strips
• 4 slices sharp cheddar cheese
• 2 brioche burger buns
• 8 slices bacon for jam
• 1 large yellow onion, diced
• 1/4 cup brown sugar
• 1/4 cup apple cider vinegar
• 2 tbsp maple syrup
• 1/2 cup mayonnaise
• 2 tbsp ketchup
• 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
• 1 tsp smoked paprika
• 1 tsp garlic powder
• 1 tsp kosher salt
• 1/2 tsp black pepper

Instructions

1. 1

   Make the bacon jam: Cook 8 bacon slices in a large skillet until crispy, then chop and set aside. In the bacon fat, cook diced onion until caramelized, about 8 minutes. Add brown sugar, apple cider vinegar, and maple syrup. Simmer until thickened, then stir in chopped bacon. Cool completely.

2. 2

   Prepare the draft room sauce by whisking together mayonnaise, ketchup, Dijon mustard, smoked paprika, and garlic powder. Season with salt and pepper to taste.

3. 3

   Form ground beef into 4 loose balls, about 4 oz each. Season with salt and pepper. Cook the 4 remaining bacon slices until crispy and set aside. In the same pan, cook pork belly strips until golden and crispy, about 3-4 minutes per side.

4. 4

   Heat a cast iron skillet or griddle over medium-high heat. Place beef balls on hot surface and immediately smash flat with a spatula, creating thin patties. Cook 2-3 minutes until edges are crispy and browned.

5. 5

   Flip patties and immediately top 2 of them with cheddar cheese. Cook another 2 minutes until cheese melts and patties reach desired doneness.

6. 6

   Toast brioche buns cut-side down on the griddle until golden. Spread draft room sauce on both bun halves.

7. 7

   Assemble burgers: Bottom bun, bacon jam, one plain patty, one cheese-topped patty, pork belly strips, crispy bacon slices, and top bun. Serve immediately with plenty of napkins.

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