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The Bacon-Blue Bistro

The Bacon-Blue Bistro is a bold, upscale burger with crispy bacon, caramelized onions, softened blue cheese, and peppery arugula. It has rich, layered flavor that feels restaurant-inspired while still being easy to make at home.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

Ingredients
  • 4 Richwood Meat burger patties
  • Salt to taste
  • Black pepper to taste
  • 1/2 cup blue cheese crumbles
  • 4 brioche buns
  • 8 slices bacon
  • 2 cups arugula
  • For the Caramelized Onions
  • 2 medium yellow onions thinly sliced
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • Pinch of salt

Method
 

Directions
  1. Heat the butter and olive oil in a skillet over medium-low heat.
  2. Add the onions and a pinch of salt. Cook, stirring occasionally, for 25 to 30 minutes until soft, deep golden, and caramelized.
  3. In a separate skillet, cook the bacon until crisp. Transfer to paper towels and set aside.
  4. Preheat a grill or skillet/griddle over medium-high heat.
  5. Season the burger patties lightly with salt and black pepper.
  6. Cook the patties until browned and cooked to your preferred doneness, turning once or as needed. Cook time may vary depending on patty thickness, cooking method, and whether cooking from frozen.
  7. During the last 1 to 2 minutes of cooking, top each patty with blue cheese crumbles so they begin to soften.
  8. Avoid pressing down on the patties while they cook, as this can squeeze out flavorful juices.
  9. Lightly toast the brioche buns until warm and lightly crisp. Toasting helps the buns hold up better and adds texture.
  10. Let the patties rest for 3 to 5 minutes.
  11. Assemble the burgers with the patty on the bottom bun, then top with the caramelized onions, crispy bacon, and arugula. Add the top bun and serve right away.