Loaded Monterey Jack Bacon Burgers with Crispy Fried Onions and Roasted Potato Wedges

Get ready to build the ultimate cheeseburger right in your own kitchen! These loaded burgers feature juicy seasoned beef patties, melty Monterey Jack cheese, crispy fried onions and a creamy ranch sauce, all tucked into toasted brioche buns. The combination of textures and flavors is absolutely irresistible.

To complete the meal, we’re serving up golden roasted potato wedges that are crispy on the outside and tender on the inside. Seasoned with a special fry seasoning and roasted to perfection, they’re the ideal sidekick to these hearty burgers. Whether it’s a weeknight dinner or a weekend cookout, this recipe is sure to become a favorite.

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Ingredients

3 tablespoon Sour CreamView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

4 ounce BaconView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

1 tablespoon Fry SeasoningView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

12 ounce PotatoesView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

10 ounce Ground BeefView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

0.25 cup Monterey Jack CheeseView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

2 unit Brioche BunsView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

1 unit Crispy Fried OnionsView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

3 ounce Buttermilk Ranch DressingView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

1 teaspoon Garlic PowderView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

teaspoon (tsp) SaltView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

1 tablespoon (tbsp) Cooking OilView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

teaspoon (tsp) Black PepperView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

Instructions

1. Adjust rack to top position and preheat oven to 425°F. Wash and dry produce. Cut potatoes into ½-inch-thick wedges. Toss on a baking sheet with a large drizzle of oil, half the Fry Seasoning (you’ll use the rest in Step 3), salt and pepper. Roast on top rack until browned and tender, 25-30 minutes.
2. While potatoes roast, in a small bowl, combine dressing, sour cream and garlic powder. Set aside until ready to serve.
3. In a medium bowl, combine beef and remaining Fry Seasoning. Form into two patties (four patties for 4 servings), each slightly wider than a burger bun. Heat a drizzle of oil in a large pan over medium-high heat. Add patties; cook until browned and cooked 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.
4. While patties cook, halve and toast buns. Spread cut sides of buns with as much creamy ranch as you like, then fill with patties and crispy fried onions. Divide burgers between plates. Serve with potato wedges and any remaining creamy ranch on the side.

Recipe Tips

FAQ

Can I use a different cheese instead of Monterey Jack?

Yes, you can substitute with cheddar, provolone or your favorite melting cheese.

Can I make the potato wedges ahead of time?

Potato wedges are best served fresh, but you can reheat them in a hot oven for a few minutes to restore crispiness.

Can I use ground turkey instead of beef?

Absolutely! Ground turkey works well; just adjust cooking time as needed.