New England Burger* Recipe

Burger Preparation

1. 1

   Prepare the Beef Patties

   In a mixing bowl, gently combine the Maine Family Farm Beef with salt and pepper to taste. Shape the mixture into two equal-sized patties, about ¾ inch thick. Make a slight indentation in the center of each patty to prevent them from puffing up while cooking.

2. 2

   Cook the Bacon

   In a skillet over medium heat, cook the New Hampshire cured bacon until crispy, about 5-7 minutes. Once cooked, remove the bacon from the skillet and place it on a paper towel to drain excess grease.

3. 3

   Cook the Beef Patties

   In the same skillet, use the rendered bacon fat to cook the beef patties. Cook for about 4-5 minutes on one side, then flip. Top each patty with 2 oz of Vermont Cheddar cheese and cook for an additional 3-4 minutes for medium doneness.

4. 4

   Prepare the Vegetables

   While the patties are cooking, wash the lettuce leaves and slice the tomato and red onion. Cut the tomato into thick slices and the red onion into thin rings.

5. 5

   Toast the Brioche Buns

   In a separate skillet or on a grill, lightly toast the Massachusetts baked brioche buns until golden brown.

6. 6

   Assemble the Burger

   On the bottom half of each toasted brioche bun, layer a lettuce leaf, a cooked beef patty topped with melted cheddar, two slices of bacon, a slice of tomato, and a few rings of red onion. Place the top half of the bun on top to complete the burger.