Garlic Parmesan Dipped Burgers

Instructions

1. Divide beef into four 3-ounce portions, shape into loose balls.
2. Cook bacon in skillet until crisp, drain on paper towels. Pour off all but 1 tbsp fat.
3. Soften sliced onion in bacon fat 7-10 min until translucent.
4. Toast brioche buns cut-side down in skillet 1-2 min.
5. Smash patties thin on medium-high heat, season with salt and pepper. Crust 1.5-2 min, flip, top with cheddar, cook until melted.
6. Make garlic Parmesan cream: melt butter, saute garlic, add heavy cream, Dijon, red pepper flakes, smoked paprika, salt, pepper, lemon juice. Stir in Parmesan until smooth.
7. Pour sauce into shallow bowls. Dip burger halves cut-side down. Serve with fries, extra Parmesan, parsley.