Jul 09 2026
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Bacon Explosion Burger Recipe

Inspired by Treehouse Pub & Eatery
Time45m
Serves2

Prime rib burger with bacon jam, pecan-wood bacon and Gouda cheese.

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Ingredients

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Burger Patties

Bacon Jam

Toppings

Method

Preparation of Bacon Jam

  1. 1

    Cook the Bacon

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

  2. 2

    Sauté the Onions

    In the same skillet, add the chopped onion and sauté until soft and translucent, about 5 minutes.

  3. 3

    Combine Ingredients

    Add the cooked bacon back to the skillet with the sautéed onions. Stir in brown sugar, apple cider vinegar, and black pepper. Cook for an additional 5 minutes until the mixture thickens slightly.

  4. 4

    Blend the Jam

    Transfer the bacon mixture to a food processor and pulse until you achieve a jam-like consistency. Set aside.

Burger Preparation

  1. 5

    Make the Burger Patties

    In a bowl, combine the ground prime rib beef, salt, black pepper, and garlic powder. Mix gently and form into two equal-sized patties.

  2. 6

    Cook the Patties

    Preheat a grill or skillet over medium-high heat. Cook the burger patties for about 4-5 minutes on each side, or until they reach your desired level of doneness.

  3. 7

    Add Cheese

    During the last minute of cooking, place a slice of Gouda cheese on each patty and cover to melt.

Assemble the Burger

  1. 8

    Toast the Buns

    Lightly toast the burger buns on the grill or in a toaster until golden brown.

  2. 9

    Layer the Ingredients

    On the bottom half of the bun, add a layer of lettuce, followed by the burger patty with melted Gouda cheese, a generous spoonful of bacon jam, and sliced tomato. Top with the other half of the bun.

  3. 10

    Serve

    Serve the Bacon Explosion Burger immediately with your choice of side.

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