Mashed Potato Bun Bacon Burger

Instructions

• In a pot over high heat, add the potatoes and garlic and cover with cold water.
• Bring the potatoes to a boil, reduce the heat and simmer until fork tender, about 20 minutes.
• Drain the potatoes in a colander and return to the pot.
• Add the butter, milk, salt and pepper. Mash until smooth.
• Add in the parsley and mix until combined. Transfer the potatoes to a piping bag or ziplock bag.
• On a parchment paper-lined baking sheet, place the provolone slices.
• Pipe the mashed potatoes on top of the rounds starting from the outside to the center of the cheese.
• Freeze until solid, about 1 hour.
• Place the egg and panko in two bowls.
• Place the frozen potato round in the egg ensuring it’s completely submerged.
• Place the potato round in the panko and flip to cover completely. If necessary repeat process putting potato back into the egg and once more in the panko.
• In a large pot, heat oil to 350°F (180°C).
• Place the potato in oil and fry until both sides are golden brown, about 2 minutes per side.
• Set the mashed potato rounds on a wire rack to drain.
• In a bowl, add the ground beef, season with salt, onion powder, and pepper. Mix until combined.
• Form patties with your hand about the size of your palm.
• Lay the bacon two strips overlapping and two strips perpendicular.
• Place the burger patty on the bacon and fold over the bacon strips, trimming if necessary.
• Heat a pan over medium heat and add the bacon patties and cook until cooked through.
• Assemble the burger by placing one potato “bun” on the bottom. Spread with ketchup or your favorite sauce.
• Build with lettuce, patty, red onion and top potato bun.
• Nutrition Calories: 1850 Fat: 164 grams Carbs: 51 grams Fiber: 2 grams Sugars: 9 grams Protein: 44 grams
• Enjoy!