Brown Sugar Bacon Burgers with Blue Cheese Carameli

Name: Brown Sugar Bacon Burgers with Blue Cheese Caramelized Onion Sauce
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 Tablespoons Butter; 1 Red Onion, Sliced; Salt And Pepper; 3 Tablespoons Brown Sugar; 8 slices Bacon; 3 Tablespoons Milk; 2 ounces, weight Blue Cheese, Crumbled; 4 Burger Patties; 4 Burger Buns; Arugula Or Other Lettuce (optional)

Servings: persons

1
In a small saucepan, melt butter.
2
Add onions and a small pinch of salt.
3
Stir to coat in butter.
4
Without disturbing the onions, saute for 5 minutes, uncovered.
5
After 5 minutes, stir and cover.
6
Lower heat to medium-low and saute for 3 minutes and stir, repeating until onions are fully caramelized, about 1520 minutes.
7
While onions are caramelizing, on a foil-lined baking pan, sprinkle brown sugar evenly over bacon.
8
Place baking pan in a cold oven and set temperature to 400 degrees F. Remove bacon when it has reached desired crispness, about 1719 minutes.
9
After onions have caramelized, stir in milk and bring mixture to a gentle simmer.
10
Simmer for 23 minutes, while stirring.
11
Stir in blue cheese and simmer until thickened, as desired.
12
Grill burger patties as desired.
13
Assemble burgers with patties, sauce, bacon, and lettuce.

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 Tablespoons Butter, 1 Red Onion, Sliced, Salt And Pepper, 3 Tablespoons Brown Sugar, and more.

Yes, Brown Sugar Bacon Burgers with Blue Cheese Caramelized Onion Sauce falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Brown Sugar Bacon Burgers with Blue Cheese Caramelized Onion Sauce

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