FIVE Marys Cheeseburger WITH Bacon Marmalade
- 30m Prep Time
- 40m Cook Time
- 1h 10mReady In
A signature cheeseburger topped with sweet and savory bacon marmalade. The combination of beef, melted cheddar, and bacon marmalade on a toasted brioche bun creates a rich, flavorful burger.
Ingredients
- 454 g thick-cut smoked bacon finely chopped
- 1 small yellow onion finely chopped
- 2 clove garlic minced
- 118 ml brewed strong coffee
- 59.1 ml packed light brown sugar
- 59.1 ml maple syrup
- 29.6 ml apple cider vinegar
- Kosher salt
- freshly ground pepper
- 907 g ground beef
- Kosher salt
- freshly ground black pepper
- 6 slices sharp cheddar cheese
- 6 brioche burger buns split
- Mayonnaise
- 6 leaves lettuce
- 6 thin slices red onion
- 6 slices tomato
- Sliced dill pickles or bread-and-butter pickles
Nutrition (per serving, estimated)
Estimated based off 13 of 19 identified ingredients (per 100 g food data, scaled by amount).
Vitamins & minerals
- Calcium: 223 mg
- Iron: 5.64 mg
- Magnesium: 78.1 mg
- Phosphorus: 457 mg
- Potassium: 1058 mg
- Zinc: 7.66 mg
Let's Prepare
Collect
Gather these ingredients — no prep needed yet.
- 118 ml brewed strong coffee
- 59.1 ml packed light brown sugar
- 59.1 ml maple syrup
- 29.6 ml apple cider vinegar
- Kosher salt
- freshly ground pepper
- 907 g ground beef
- Kosher salt
- freshly ground black pepper
- 6 slices sharp cheddar cheese
- Mayonnaise
- 6 leaves lettuce
- 6 thin slices red onion
- 6 slices tomato
- Sliced dill pickles or bread-and-butter pickles
Prepare
- 454 g thick-cut smoked bacon, finely chopped
- 1 small yellow onion, finely chopped
- Mince 2 clove garlic
- 6 brioche burger buns, split
Let's Cook
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Step 1.
In a large heavy skillet over medium heat, cook the finely chopped bacon, stirring often, until browned but not crisp, 8 to 10 minutes. Using a slotted spoon, transfer the bacon to paper towels to drain. Pour off all but 3 tablespoons of the bacon fat from the pan.
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Step 2.
Add the finely chopped onion to the skillet and cook over medium heat, stirring often, until softened but not browned, about 5 minutes. Add the minced garlic and cook just until fragrant, about 30 seconds.
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Step 3.
Return the reserved bacon to the skillet. Add the brewed coffee, brown sugar, maple syrup, and apple cider vinegar. Bring to a gentle boil, then reduce the heat to low and simmer gently, stirring occasionally, until thickened, about 20 minutes.
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Step 4.
Let the bacon mixture cool slightly, then pulse in a food processor until it reaches the consistency of a spread that holds together but is still a little chunky. Season to taste with salt and pepper. The marmalade can be made up to 1 week in advance and stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator.
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Step 5.
Divide the ground beef into six equal portions and gently form into patties about 4 inches wide and ¾ inch thick with straight sides. Season the patties generously with salt and pepper. Cover loosely and let the beef sit at room temperature for about 20 minutes.
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Step 6.
While the patties rest, prepare a grill for direct cooking over high heat (450 to 500°F).
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Step 7.
Grill the patties with the lid closed, turning once, until cooked to the preferred doneness, about 7 minutes total for medium-rare. Lay a slice of cheddar cheese on each patty, cover the grill, and cook just to soften the cheese, about 30 seconds. Transfer the patties to a serving board.
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Step 8.
Toast the brioche buns cut side down on the grill, then transfer to the serving board.
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Step 9.
To build the burgers, spread the buns with mayonnaise. Place a lettuce leaf on each bottom bun, then a patty, then a big spoonful of bacon marmalade. Top with red onion and tomato slices if desired. Serve with pickles on the side.