July 2, 2026 · 10 min

Monterey Jack Burgers with Balsamic Onion Jam and Crispy Potato Wedges

Side Dish10 min1669 cal / serving

There are countless burger recipes out there, but this one stands out. Imagine a juicy beef patty topped with oozy, melted Monterey Jack cheese and a sweet-tangy balsamic onion jam. Add a smear of garlic mayo on a toasted potato bun and you’ve got a burger that’s truly unforgettable.

But we didn’t stop there. On the side, you’ll find crispy oven-baked potato wedges seasoned with a special fry seasoning. This complete meal is perfect for a weeknight dinner or a weekend cookout. Let’s get cooking!


Recipe details

Side Dish10 min1669 cal / serving2 servings

Nutrition per serving

Calories1669 kcalProtein39.2 gFat109.9 gCarbs126.9 gSugar80.6 gFiber4.6 gSodium2115 mg

Dietary labels

Gluten-free: noLactose-free: noDairy-free: no

Allergen check

Gluten / wheat: containsMilk / dairy: containsEgg: containsFish: not detectedShellfish: not detectedPeanut: not detectedTree nuts: not detectedSoy: containsSesame: not detectedMustard: not detectedCelery: not detectedSulphites: not detectedLupin: not detectedMolluscs: not detected

Values are calculated per serving from ingredient amounts and the ingredient nutrition reference per 100g. Allergen and diet labels use available ingredient metadata and name matching; always check product labels for strict diets or allergies. Some ingredient amounts or nutrition values were incomplete, so this is marked as a partial estimate.


Ingredients

Organic Ground Beef10 ounce Organic Ground BeefView ingredient guide
Fry Seasoning0.5 tablespoon Fry SeasoningView ingredient guide
Potatoes12 ounce PotatoesView ingredient guide
Onion1 unit OnionView ingredient guide
Balsamic Vinegar5 teaspoon Balsamic VinegarView ingredient guide
Garlic0.5 clove GarlicView ingredient guide
Ketchup1 unit KetchupView ingredient guide
Mayonnaise2 tablespoon MayonnaiseView ingredient guide
Monterey Jack Cheese0.5 cup Monterey Jack CheeseView ingredient guide
Potato Buns2 unit Potato BunsView ingredient guide
Sugar1 teaspoon (tsp) SugarView ingredient guide
Saltteaspoon (tsp) SaltView ingredient guide
Black Pepperteaspoon (tsp) Black PepperView ingredient guide

Instructions

  1. Adjust rack to top position and preheat oven to 425°F. Wash and dry produce. Cut potatoes into ½-inch-thick wedges. Halve, peel and thinly slice onion. Peel and mince or grate half the garlic (all for 4 servings).
  2. Toss potatoes on a baking sheet with a drizzle of oil, half the Fry Seasoning (all for 4 servings), salt and pepper. Roast on top rack until browned and crispy, 20-25 minutes.
  3. Meanwhile, heat a drizzle of oil in a large pan over medium heat. Add onion; cook, stirring occasionally, until browned and softened, 8-10 minutes. Tip: If onion begins to brown too quickly, add a splash of water. Stir in vinegar and 1 tsp sugar (2 tsp for 4 servings). Continue cooking until onion is caramelized and jammy, 2-3 minutes more. Season with salt and pepper. Turn off heat; transfer to a small bowl. Wash out pan.
  4. In a second small bowl, combine mayonnaise with a pinch of garlic (taste and add more from there if desired). Season with salt and pepper.
  5. Form beef into two patties (four patties for 4 servings), each slightly wider than a burger bun. Season all over with salt and pepper. Heat a drizzle of oil in pan used for onion over medium-high heat. Add patties; cook to desired doneness, 3-5 minutes per side. In the last 1-2 minutes of cooking, top each patty with Monterey Jack; cover pan to melt cheese.
  6. Halve buns and toast until golden. Spread bottom buns with ketchup. Spread top buns with garlic mayo to taste. Fill with patties and as much onion jam as you like. Serve with potato wedges on the side.

Recipe Tips

For extra crispy wedges, soak cut potatoes in cold water for 30 minutes before roasting, then pat dry.

If you don’t have fry seasoning, substitute with a mix of paprika, garlic powder, onion powder and salt.

Let the patties rest for a few minutes after cooking to keep them juicy.

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