Bison Burgers with Bacon Jam

This Kelsey Murphy-inspired bison burger recipe is packed with bold flavors, thanks to Musket Powder Black Label and Red Label seasonings. Topped with a rich bacon jam, crispy jalapeños, and melted pepper jack cheese, this burger is a flavor explosion that’s perfect for any meal.

Ingredients:

• Bacon
• Red onion, chopped
• Garlic, minced
• Bison meat
• Musket Powder Black Label seasoning (Original Seasoning)
• Musket Powder Red Label seasoning (Cajun seasoning)
• Lettuce
• Pickles
• Crispy jalapeños
• Pepper jack cheese
• Apple cider vinegar
• Brown sugar
• Maple syrup
• Big Horn Bison Wildflower Honey
• Butter
• Burger buns

Instructions:

1. Render the Bacon Fat:

   • Chop the bacon and place it in a pan over low to medium heat. Allow the fat to render out slowly.

2. Make the Bacon Jam:

   • Once the bacon fat is rendered, add chopped red onion and minced garlic to the pan. Sauté until soft and aromatic.
   • Sprinkle in salt and pepper, followed by brown sugar, Big Horn Bison Wildflower Honey, apple cider vinegar, maple syrup, and a generous dash of Musket Powder Red Label seasoning. Stir everything together and let it simmer until the mixture caramelizes and thickens into a jam. Remove from heat and set aside to cool—it will solidify slightly as it cools.

3. Prepare the Bison Patties:

   • Form the bison meat into balls, then flatten them into patties.
   • Brush the patties lightly with olive oil to help the seasoning stick, then generously season with Musket Powder Black Label on both sides.

4. Cook the Bison Patties:

   • Heat a pan over medium heat and cook the patties for about 3 minutes per side. After flipping, season again with Musket Powder Black Label and top with pepper jack cheese. Cover the pan to help the cheese melt evenly.

5. Toast the Buns:

   • Add butter to the same pan you cooked the patties in, along with any leftover juices and seasonings. Toast the buns cut-side down for 2 minutes on medium-low heat, until golden and flavorful.

6. Assemble the Burger:

   • Spread a layer of bacon jam on the bottom bun as the base.
   • Add the bison patty with melted cheese.
   • Top with more bacon jam, crispy jalapeños, lettuce, and pickles. Finish with the top bun.

Pro Tip: For maximum flavor, use the pan juices at every step, from cooking the bacon jam to toasting the buns.

Enjoy this decadent bison burger with a sweet, smoky, and spicy kick!