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French Onion Cheese Burger

Simple Cheese Burger

762kcal
5 from 1 vote
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Prep 15 minutes
Cook 20 minutes
Total 35 minutes
Indulge in the ultimate burger experience with this UNIQUE recipe for a Cheese Burger loaded with crispy bacon, melted cheese, and fresh salad. This gourmet twist is perfect for a weekend summer barbecue, a family dinner, or simply whenever you're in the mood for a delicious meaty treat.
Servings 4
Course Dinners
Cuisine American/British

Ingredients

Burger:
Filling:
  • 4 slices Cheese your choice but Swiss, Cheddar or Provolone are excellent
  • 4 Red Onion sliced, or cooked onion rings
  • 4 Tomato sliced
  • 4 Lettuce Leaves
  • Relish optional
  • Mustard your favorite

Equipment

Method

Preparing
  1. In a bowl, add the minced beef, soup mix, and Worcestershire sauce. Mix well.
    500 grams Beef Steak Mince, French Onion Soup Mix, 1 tbsp Worcestershire Sauce
  2. Divide the beef mixture into 4 equal portions and shape them into quite flat burger patties.
  3. Heat a frying pan over medium-high heat and brush it with a little oil.
    100 grams Rice Bran Oil
  4. Place the burger patties on the hot grill pan and cook for about 3-4 minutes on each side for medium doneness, or until cooked to your preference. If you prefer, test your patties for doneness using a thermapen.
  5. In the last minute of cooking, place a slice of cheese on top of each patty to melt.
    4 slices Cheese
Bacon
  1. In a separate pan, cook the bacon slices until they are crispy, or how you prefer them.
    4 slices Bacon
Assembling
  1. Slice the burger buns in half and lightly toast them if desired.
    4 Burger Buns
  2. Place a lettuce leaf on the bottom half of each bun.
    4 Lettuce Leaves
  3. Add a cooked burger patty with melted cheese on top of the lettuce.
  4. Place a slice of tomato and onion on top of the patty.
    4 Tomato, 4 Red Onion
  5. Add the bacon slices on top of the tomato and onion.
  6. Add relish, mustard or other favorite toppings.
    Relish, Mustard
  7. Finally, cover each burger with the top half of the bun.
  8. Serve and enjoy!

Nutrition

Calories762kcalCarbohydrates39gProtein29gFat54gSaturated Fat15gPolyunsaturated Fat12gMonounsaturated Fat22gTrans Fat2gCholesterol90mgSodium491mgPotassium930mgFiber5gSugar12gVitamin A2808IUVitamin C30mgCalcium146mgIron5mg

Notes

Here are some top tips to help you succeed in making a Cheese Burger like a pro:
  1. Cheese: Choose a high-quality cheese that melts well and complements the flavors of the burger. Gruyère or Swiss cheese are classic choices, but you can also experiment with other options like provolone or fontina.
  2. Toasting Buns: Toasting the burger buns adds a delicious crunch and prevents them from becoming soggy from the juices of the burger and onions. You can toast them lightly in a skillet or toaster until they're golden brown.
  3. Sauces: Consider adding a flavorful sauce to your burger, such as a homemade French onion aioli, tomato chutney, or a creamy mustard sauce.
  4. Layering: Layer the ingredients of your burger thoughtfully to ensure each bite is balanced and flavorful. Start with the bottom bun, then add the beef patty, onions, cheese, and any other toppings you desire. Finish with the top bun and press gently to hold everything together.
  5. Vegetarian: Substitute the beef patty with a plant-based burger patty or a portobello mushroom for a vegetarian version.
  6. Dairy-Free: Use dairy-free parmesan and dairy-free sliced cheese.
  7. Buns: Gluten-free is a great alternative.
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