Bacon Jalapeno Tequila Jam Burger with Fontina

Name: Bacon Jalapeno Tequila Jam Burger with Fontina
Prep time: 60 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 90 min
Yield: 4
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 2 tbsp olive oil; 1 tbsp minced garlic; 1 tbsp salt; 0.5 yellow onion diced; 3 jalapenos diced; 2 oz quality tequila; 0.5 lb Bill-E's Bacon, cooked and chopped; 1 tbsp granulated sugar; 4 tbsp maple flavored butter; 1 lb ground round; 2 tbsp mayo; 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce; Salt and pepper; 1 ripe tomato, sliced; Fresh Italian leaf parsley, roughly chopped; Fontina cheese, sliced

I recently received some artisanal bacon from Bill-E’s Small Batch Bacon in Alabama, and it inspired me to create something truly special. This burger exceeded all expectations, featuring a homemade pretzel bun, bacon jalapeno tequila jam, melted fontina cheese, fresh tomato, and Italian parsley. The tequila adds a subtle edge, while the maple butter and bacon create a perfect balance of flavors. This recipe is a testament to my love for transforming burgers into extraordinary...

Bill-E's Bacon, cooked and chopped

maple flavored butter

Worcestershire sauce

Fresh Italian leaf parsley, roughly chopped

Fontina cheese, sliced

Calories

529.4kcal (26.47%)

Protein

23.9g (47.76%)

Step 1

Make pretzel buns according to directions, adding chopped bacon to half of the dough. Note that you won't use all of this dough for the burger recipe.

Step 1

Heat olive oil over medium heat and add garlic, salt, onion, jalapenos, and tequila.

Step 2

Lower heat to medium-low and sauté until onions are translucent and garlic is fragrant.

Step 3

Add bacon and maple butter, stir, and cover.

Step 4

Simmer for 5 minutes until slightly thickened, stirring occasionally, then turn off the heat.

Step 1

Combine ground round, mayo, and Worcestershire sauce, then sprinkle with salt and pepper.

Step 2

Form into 4 burger patties.

Step 3

Grill or pan-fry to desired doneness, add cheese, and leave over heat until it melts. Remove from heat.

Step 1

Place parsley and a tomato slice on the bottom of a sliced pretzel bun.

Step 2

Add the burger patty and top with bacon jalapeno tequila jam.

Step 3

Finish by placing the top of the pretzel bun on the burger.

Calories

529.4kcal (26.47%)

Protein

23.9g (47.76%)

If you want a quicker version, use store-bought burger buns from the bakery section of your grocery store or Target. Any burger bun will still be delicious.

Adding mayo to the burger mixture ensures extra moisture without imparting a mayonnaise taste.

Can I use store-bought buns instead of making pretzel buns?

Yes, you can use store-bought burger buns for convenience. The burger will still be delicious.

What type of tequila should I use?

Use a quality tequila for the best flavor. Avoid overly sweet or flavored tequilas.

Can I substitute the fontina cheese?

Yes, you can substitute fontina with another melting cheese like gouda or mozzarella.

How spicy is the bacon jalapeno tequila jam?

The jam has a mild to moderate spice level due to the jalapenos. You can adjust the spice by using fewer jalapenos or removing the seeds.

Can I make the bacon jalapeno tequila jam ahead of time?

Yes, you can prepare the jam ahead of time and store it in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Bill-E's Bacon, cooked and chopped

maple flavored butter

Worcestershire sauce

Fresh Italian leaf parsley, roughly chopped

Fontina cheese, sliced

Calories

529.4kcal (26.47%)

Protein

23.9g (47.76%)

Step 1

Make pretzel buns according to directions, adding chopped bacon to half of the dough. Note that you won't use all of this dough for the burger recipe.

Step 1

Heat olive oil over medium heat and add garlic, salt, onion, jalapenos, and tequila.

Step 2

Lower heat to medium-low and sauté until onions are translucent and garlic is fragrant.

Step 3

Add bacon and maple butter, stir, and cover.

Step 4

Simmer for 5 minutes until slightly thickened, stirring occasionally, then turn off the heat.

Step 1

Combine ground round, mayo, and Worcestershire sauce, then sprinkle with salt and pepper.

Step 2

Form into 4 burger patties.

Step 3

Grill or pan-fry to desired doneness, add cheese, and leave over heat until it melts. Remove from heat.

Step 1

Place parsley and a tomato slice on the bottom of a sliced pretzel bun.

Step 2

Add the burger patty and top with bacon jalapeno tequila jam.

Step 3

Finish by placing the top of the pretzel bun on the burger.

Calories

529.4kcal (26.47%)

Protein

23.9g (47.76%)

If you want a quicker version, use store-bought burger buns from the bakery section of your grocery store or Target. Any burger bun will still be delicious.

Adding mayo to the burger mixture ensures extra moisture without imparting a mayonnaise taste.

Can I use store-bought buns instead of making pretzel buns?

Yes, you can use store-bought burger buns for convenience. The burger will still be delicious.

What type of tequila should I use?

Use a quality tequila for the best flavor. Avoid overly sweet or flavored tequilas.

Can I substitute the fontina cheese?

Yes, you can substitute fontina with another melting cheese like gouda or mozzarella.

How spicy is the bacon jalapeno tequila jam?

The jam has a mild to moderate spice level due to the jalapenos. You can adjust the spice by using fewer jalapenos or removing the seeds.

Can I make the bacon jalapeno tequila jam ahead of time?

Yes, you can prepare the jam ahead of time and store it in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Bacon Jalapeno Tequila Jam Burger with Fontina

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Ingredients

Pretzel Dough