Bacon Cheeseburger with Garlic Fries

Peel the potatoes and cut into fries. Soak in cold water for 20 minutes, then drain and pat dry. Mince the garlic and chop the parsley. Season the beef with salt and black pepper and form into four patties. Slice the onion and tomato and set out the buns, cheese, bacon, lettuce and sauces.

Preheat the oven to 220°C, or 200°C fan. Toss the fries with olive oil, minced garlic, salt and black pepper. Spread over a baking tray in a single layer and bake for 25–30 minutes, turning halfway through, until golden and crisp. Sprinkle with chopped parsley.

Heat a grill pan or frying pan over high heat. Cook the burgers for 3–4 minutes on the first side, then flip and cook for another 3–4 minutes for medium, or longer to your liking. Add the cheese during the final minute and allow it to melt.

Cook the bacon in a large frying pan over medium heat for 4–5 minutes on each side, or until crisp. Transfer to a plate lined with kitchen paper.

Toast the burger buns cut-side down until golden if desired. Spread the bases with mayonnaise or burger sauce. Layer with lettuce, tomato, red onion, the cheeseburger patty and crispy bacon. Add ketchup or extra sauce to taste and top with the bun lid.

Serve the bacon cheeseburgers immediately with the hot garlic fries on the side. Add extra ketchup, mayonnaise or pickles if desired.