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Bacon Burgers with Bourbon Caramelized Onions and Goat Cheese

Bourbon, bacon, and goat cheese, what more do you need in a burger recipe?!

Prep Time
20 mins
Cook Time
20 mins
Total Time
40 mins
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 600 kcal
Course: Lunch
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

Bourbon Caramelized Onions
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 yellow onion, sliced thin
  • 1 teaspoon maple syrup
  • 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
  • Black pepper to taste
  • 2 tablespoons bourbon
Honey Thyme Goat Cheese
  • 3 ounces goat cheese, softened
  • 1 tablespoon honey
  • 1/2 teaspoon fresh thyme, chopped
Bacon Burgers
  • 1 pound lean ground beef
  • 3 slices uncooked bacon, diced
  • 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
  • Black pepper to taste
Other Ingredients
  • 4 Buns
  • arugula

Instructions

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  1. Bourbon Caramelized Onions
  2. In a medium sized sauté pan heat the oil over medium high heat. While the oil is heating, thinly slice the onion. Once the pan is hot add in the sliced onions, salt, and black pepper.
  3. Sauté the onion for a couple minutes then add in the maple syrup or brown sugar. Turn the heat down to medium and continue to cook the onions until they soften and turn golden brown in color, about 6-8 minutes. Add the bourbon into the onions and sauté for another minute, then remove them from the heat.
  4. Honey Thyme Goat Cheese
  5. In a small bowl mix together the goat cheese, honey, and fresh thyme until completely combined.
  6. Bacon Burgers
  7. Heat the grill to medium high heat and oil the grates to prevent the burgers from sticking.
  8. In a large bowl gently mix together the beef, diced uncooked bacon, salt, and pepper. Form the meat into 4 patties being careful not to overwork the meat.
  9. Grill the burger on each side for 4-6 minutes or until they reach an internal temperature of 160 degrees and the juices run clear. Remove the burgers from the grill and toast the buns if desired.
  10. Assembling the Burgers
  11. Place a burger on the bottom half of each bun and top it with some of the bourbon caramelized onions and arugula. Spread an equal amount of the goat cheese on the top half of each of the 4 buns.

Nutrition Information

Calories 600kcal (30%) Carbohydrates 30g (10%) Protein 44g (88%) Fat 32g (49%) Saturated Fat 12g (60%) Polyunsaturated Fat 16g Cholesterol 125mg (42%) Sodium 950mg (40%) Fiber 1g (4%) Sugar 10g (20%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 4servings

Amount Per Serving

Calories 600

% Daily Value*

Calories 600kcal 30%
Carbohydrates 30g 10%
Protein 44g 88%
Fat 32g 49%
Saturated Fat 12g 60%
Polyunsaturated Fat 16g 94%
Cholesterol 125mg 42%
Sodium 950mg 40%
Fiber 1g 4%
Sugar 10g 20%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.