Jul 14 2026
RestaurantsMason's Brewing CompanyThe Sweet Hot Mess Recipe

The Sweet Hot Mess Recipe

Time30m
Serves4

GOUDA/ BACON/ PICKED APPLES/ CANDIED JALAPENO/ DIRTY KETCHUP/ MAPLE DRIZZLE

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Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

Method

Preparation Steps

  1. 1

    Cook the Bacon

    In a skillet over medium heat, cook the bacon until crispy. Remove from skillet and let drain on paper towels.

  2. 2

    Prepare the Gouda

    Slice the gouda cheese into thin pieces.

  3. 3

    Combine the Ingredients

    In a serving dish, layer the cooked bacon, sliced gouda cheese, picked apples, and candied jalapeños.

  4. 4

    Make the Dirty Ketchup

    Mix the ketchup with a bit of the candied jalapeño syrup for a spicy-sweet kick.

  5. 5

    Drizzle with Maple Syrup

    Drizzle the maple syrup over the assembled dish and serve with the dirty ketchup on the side.

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