Bacon Jam Smash Burger | Chef Tom's South Beach Wine and Food Festival Recipe

ground beef

🥗Healthier: ground turkey

💰Cheaper: ground pork

Ground turkey is lower in fat, while ground pork is often less expensive.

bacon

🥗Healthier: turkey bacon

💰Cheaper: pork belly

Turkey bacon is lower in calories, while pork belly can be more affordable.

burger buns

🥗Healthier: whole grain buns

💰Cheaper: white bread

Whole grain buns offer more nutrients, while white bread can be a budget-friendly option.

Cook 1 pound of bacon in a skillet over medium heat until browned, then drain on paper towels.

In the same skillet, cook 1 pound of sliced onions over medium heat until softened and translucent.

Add 1 tablespoon of minced garlic and 1/2 cup of brown sugar to the onions, cooking for 30 seconds.

Stir in 1/2 cup of maple syrup, 1/2 cup of apple cider vinegar, 1/2 cup of coffee, and 1/4 teaspoon of dried thyme, then bring to a simmer.

Return the bacon to the skillet and let the mixture cook down for about 20 minutes until syrupy.

Cool the jam slightly, then pulse in a food processor to desired consistency.

Form quarter pound patties from ribeye steak and chuck roast (or 80/20 blend) without shaping them until cooking.

Toast potato rolls on a griddle with a little mayonnaise for crispiness.

Heat the griddle to 450 degrees and add oil.

Place the burger patties on the griddle and smash them down with a grill weight for a crispy crust.

Cook until browned, then flip and add cream Havarti cheese to melt.

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