Maple Bacon Smash Burger (Print Format)
Smash burger with crispy edges, caramelized onion, maple bacon and provolone on toasted rolls.
# Ingredients:
→ Burger
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1.5 lbs ground beef
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1/2 cup caramelized onions
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Salt, pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder
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Provolone cheese
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Maple bacon slices
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Yellow mustard
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4 hard rolls
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1 tablespoon butter
→ Bacon and Onions
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1 lb bacon
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2 to 3 medium yellow onions
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1/3 cup Wisconsin maple syrup
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Black pepper
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Chili powder
# Steps:
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Combine ground beef, caramelized onions, and seasonings. Do not overmix. Divide mixture into 4 balls and let rest for 15 minutes.
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Heat a griddle, place meat balls, and press flat with a spatula. Cook until edges are crispy, flipping twice. Brush tops with yellow mustard before the final flip and finish cooking.
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Top patties with cheese, bacon, and caramelized onions. When cheese is melted, serve burgers on buttered, griddled buns with a touch of spicy mustard.
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Arrange bacon on a wire rack over a baking sheet. Place in a cold oven and set to 350°F. Combine 3 tablespoons maple syrup, chili powder, and black pepper in a bowl. Baste bacon with the maple syrup mixture while baking. Cool when fully cooked.
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Dice yellow onions finely and cook in a skillet with butter over low heat. Add a splash of maple syrup and a sprinkle of black pepper. Cook until caramelized.
# Tips:
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Allow burger mixture to rest for 15 minutes to enhance flavor and texture.
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Cooking bacon in a cold oven reduces splatter and ensures even cooking.
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Caramelizing onions slowly over low heat brings out their natural sweetness.