Gouda Bacon Jam Burgers with Crispy Onions and Potato Wedges

These loaded burgers are a flavor explosion: juicy beef patties seasoned with a signature fry spice, topped with gooey gouda and sweet-savory bacon jam, then finished with a heap of crispy fried onions for irresistible crunch. Served alongside golden potato wedges and a tangy Dijon mayo, this is the ultimate comfort food dinner.

Perfect for a weeknight treat or weekend cookout, this recipe comes together quickly with simple ingredients. The combination of smoky bacon jam, melted gouda and crunchy onions will have everyone reaching for seconds.

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Ingredients

2 unit Bacon JamView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

0.5 unit Baby LettuceView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

10 ounce Ground TurkeyView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

1 tablespoon Fry SeasoningView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

12 ounce PotatoesView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

2 tablespoon MayonnaiseView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

2 slice Gouda CheeseView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

2 unit Brioche BunsView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

1 unit Crispy Fried OnionsView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

2 teaspoon Dijon MustardView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

teaspoon (tsp) Black PepperView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

1 tablespoon (tbsp) Cooking OilView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

teaspoon (tsp) SaltView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 450°F. Wash and dry produce. Cut potatoes into ½-inch-thick wedges. Trim and discard root end from lettuce; separate leaves. Set larger leaves aside; finely slice remaining leaves crosswise until you get about ½ cup shredded lettuce.
2. Toss potatoes on a baking sheet with a large drizzle of oil, half the Fry Seasoning, salt and pepper. Roast until browned and tender, 20-25 minutes.
3. While potatoes roast, in a small bowl, combine mustard, mayonnaise, salt and pepper to make Dijon mayo.
4. In a medium bowl, combine ground beef and remaining Fry Seasoning. Form into two patties, each slightly wider than a burger bun. Season all over with salt and pepper.
5. Heat a drizzle of oil in a large pan over medium-high heat. Add patties and cook to desired doneness, 3-5 minutes per side. In the last 1-2 minutes of cooking, top each patty with gouda; cover pan to melt cheese. Meanwhile, halve buns and toast until golden brown.
6. Spread top buns with bacon jam. Fill buns with shredded lettuce, patties and crispy fried onions. Divide burgers and potato wedges between plates. Serve with Dijon mayo on the side for dipping.

Recipe Tips

FAQ

Can I use ground turkey instead of beef?

Yes, ground turkey works well. Just be careful not to overcook; turkey should reach an internal temperature of 165°F.

What can I substitute for bacon jam?

You can use regular bacon bits mixed with a little maple syrup or brown sugar or simply use crispy cooked bacon.

How do I store leftovers?

Store burgers and wedges separately in airtight containers in the fridge for up to 2 days. Reheat in the oven or toaster oven to maintain crispiness.