Bacon Maple Smash Burger (Print Version)
Crispy smash burger with sweet onions, maple bacon, gooey provolone, and soft toasted rolls.
# Ingredients:
→ Burger
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4 firm bread rolls
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Maple-cured bacon strips
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1 tbsp of butter
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Provolone slices
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A mix of onion powder, garlic powder, salt, and pepper
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1/2 cup of slow-cooked onions
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1.5 pounds of minced beef
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Yellow mustard for flavor
→ Bacon and Onions
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A dash of chili powder
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Black pepper to taste
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1/3 cup of real maple syrup from Wisconsin
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2-3 medium-sized yellow onions
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1 pound of bacon strips
# Steps:
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Throw together your ground beef, seasonings, and caramelized onions. Be gentle and don’t overdo the mixing. Shape into four balls and let them sit for 15 minutes.
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Warm up your griddle. Pop the meat balls on and press them flat with a spatula. Flip a couple of times until the edges crisp up. On the last flip, brush mustard on top and finish cooking them through.
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Layer each patty with cheese, crispy bacon, and caramelized onions. Once the cheese melts, place them on toasted buns spread with spicy mustard. Serve right away.
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Lay out bacon slices on a rack set over a baking sheet. Start with a cold oven and heat to 350°F. Mix black pepper, chili powder, and syrup. Brush the syrup mix on while baking. Allow to cool when done.
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Chop the onions into small pieces. Cook them slow and steady in a pan with butter over low heat. Stir in a drizzle of maple syrup and black pepper. Keep cooking until they’re soft and golden.
# Notes and Tips:
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Letting the burger mix sit for 15 minutes makes it taste even better.
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Baking bacon from a cold oven helps cook it evenly and keeps the mess down.
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Taking your time caramelizing onions makes them naturally sweet and delicious.