Maple Glazed Bacon Cheeseburger (Printer-Friendly)

Crispy fries layered with beef, bacon, cheese curds, onions, and a sticky maple glaze for a hearty indulgence.

# What You’ll Need:

→ Fries

01 - Frozen sturdy crinkle-cut or straight fries, quantity as desired

→ Beef

02 - 1 lb ground beef, 80% lean

→ Cheese

03 - 1 cup fresh cheese curds

→ Bacon

04 - 6 slices thick-cut smoky bacon

→ Vegetables

05 - 1 small onion, thinly sliced

→ Oils & Fats

06 - 1 tbsp olive oil

→ Spices & Seasonings

07 - 1 tsp garlic powder, divided
08 - 1 tsp black pepper, divided

→ Glaze

09 - 1/4 cup pure maple syrup
10 - 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
11 - 1 tbsp soy sauce

# Steps to Follow:

01 - Bake frozen fries according to package directions until deep golden and crispy throughout. Ensure fries remain sturdy to support toppings.
02 - Fry bacon slices over medium heat in a skillet until evenly crisp. Transfer to paper towels to drain and crumble into chunky pieces. Retain bacon drippings in pan.
03 - Combine maple syrup, Dijon mustard, soy sauce, half the garlic powder, and half the black pepper in a small saucepan. Simmer over medium heat, stirring frequently, until thick enough to coat the back of a spoon (about 3-5 minutes).
04 - Add sliced onions to skillet with reserved bacon drippings. Cook over medium-low heat for 8-10 minutes, stirring frequently until soft, deeply golden, and caramelized.
05 - Season ground beef with remaining garlic powder and black pepper. Shape into patties or break into crumbles. Cook in skillet over medium-high heat for 4-5 minutes per side until well browned and cooked through.
06 - Layer hot crispy fries on a serving platter. Distribute cheese curds evenly over fries, then top with hot ground beef crumbles or patties. Scatter crumbled bacon and caramelized onions on top. Drizzle the warm maple glaze over all and serve immediately for optimal melt and texture.

# Helpful Hints:

01 - Use freshly baked fries for best cheese melt. Let maple glaze simmer until just thickened to achieve perfect coating. Layer cheese curds immediately after fries for optimal gooey texture.
02 - Store toppings and fries separately in airtight containers to maintain crispness. Reheat components individually before assembly and glazing.

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