

It's like ketchup's cooler, more mature, older sister. I was really trying to sell the whole seafood thing, but really, this stuff tastes best on a burger. Does it have the multiple uses I touted on the show? I mean, sure. The judges absolutely loved it for it's sweet, tangy, tomatoey flavor. You're better off.Īlthough I was up for elimination in that episode, after an absolutely horrendous performance, I was saved by this jam. I won't rehash the whole episode where I had to pretend I was a cowgirl in the old west to sell my soul product, but it was bad. Once upon a time I made this jam for the judges on Food Network Star in what was easily the most embarrassing moment of my career. What makes these burgers more special than your average bacon cheddar burger is without a doubt the tomato onion jam. Oh, and you'll need an appetite, and/or someone to share with because these big boys are no joke. The kind you want a plate for, with a table to put it on, maybe a side of fries, a few pickles, and definitely a big stack of napkins. It's not really a beach burger, this is an at-home burger. This burger gets a little fancier, but it's basic principals are still the same. When I worked as a caterer, I seemed to have an endless supply of fillet mignon trimmings, but since hanging that hat I've yet to encounter such a luxury. The burger must go on the bun immediately after coming off of the grill so it gets soaked with all the fatty, salty, meaty, cheesy goodness. The bun must be soft and squishy, maybe even a little bit sweet. My true favorite burger is made using ultra fatty, freshly ground filet mignon trimmings packed into a *thin* patty, seasoned simply with salt and pepper - on the outside only - and topped with gobs of horrible, not-even-really-cheese American cheese. When I eat a burger I want to taste meat, cheese, and bun. There are three elements, and generally speaking, I prefer to enjoy them in harmony with one another and feel that bringing condiments and such to the party ruins that. What I mean by that is I typically don't like any accouterment on my burger.

In most instances of, say, a backyard barbecue or another casual grilling occasion, I will tell you that I am a burger purist. This recipe for Bacon Cheddar Burgers with Tomato Onion Jam is probably the best cheeseburger recipe ever! Smoky bacon, melted sharp cheddar, and a tangy, homemade tomato onion jam.
