Jun 04 2026
RestaurantsCentral Kitchen + BarThe Big Poppa Recipe

The Big Poppa Recipe

Time1h
Serves2

Central's famous patty, chipotle aioli, jalapeño cream cheese, bacon, crispy onions, leaf lettuce, tomato, confit garlic, fresh jalapeños + a house made bacon jam.

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Ingredients

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Burger Patty

Jalapeño Cream Cheese

Bacon Jam

Buns

Method

Burger Preparation

  1. 1

    Make the Burger Patty

    In a bowl, mix ground beef with salt and black pepper. Form into two patties.

  2. 2

    Cook the Patties

    Grill or pan-fry the patties over medium-high heat for about 4-5 minutes on each side or until cooked to your liking.

Making the Sauces

  1. 3

    Prepare Chipotle Aioli

    In a bowl, combine mayonnaise, chipotle peppers, and lime juice. Mix well and set aside.

  2. 4

    Prepare Jalapeño Cream Cheese

    In a bowl, mix cream cheese, chopped jalapeños, and garlic powder until smooth.

  3. 5

    Make Bacon Jam

    Cook bacon in a skillet until crispy. Remove and drain on paper towels. In the same skillet, cook onions until translucent. Add brown sugar and balsamic vinegar, stirring until thickened. Chop bacon and mix into the onion mixture. Let cool.

Assembly

  1. 6

    Assemble the Burger

    Spread jalapeño cream cheese on the bottom bun. Place the patty on top, followed by chipotle aioli, bacon jam, crispy onions, lettuce, tomato, confit garlic, and fresh jalapeños. Top with the other half of the bun.

  2. 7

    Serve

    Serve the burger with your favorite side and enjoy!

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