Canadian Burger With Beer-Braised Onions and Cheddar |
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Prep Time: 10 Minutes Cook Time: 15 Minutes |
Ready In: 25 Minutes Servings: 4 |
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A Classic Canadian Burger, with a slight twist. Serve with your favourite accompaniments, on grilled buns or bread. Recipe by Ruth Gangbar from Food and Drink. Ingredients:
1 tablespoon butter |
1 large onion, thinly sliced |
1 tablespoon sugar |
3/4 cup beer |
1 1/2 lbs fresh ground beef or 1 1/2 lbs ground round |
2 garlic cloves, minced |
1/4 cup finely diced red pepper |
1/4 cup beer |
2 tablespoons dijon mustard |
salt & freshly ground black pepper |
2 cups grated cheddar cheese |
Directions:
1. For the Beer-Braised Onions:.
2. Melt the butter in a large heavy skillet.
3. Add the onions and cook while stirring frequently over medium heat for 5 to 6 minutes, or until tender.
4. Add 3/4 cup beer and the sugar, and cook until beer is absorbed and the onions become lightly browned, about 15 minutes.
5. For the burgers:.
6. Pre-heat the barbeque on high.
7. In a large bowl, gently but thoroughly combine the beef, garlic, red pepper, 1/4 cup beer, dijon, salt and pepper.
8. Form into 4 patties 1 thick, and place on the grill, turning heat down to medium.
9. Grill them for 4-6 minutes per side, or until nearly the desired doneness.
10. Top each burger with 1/2 cup grated cheese, and heat till slightly melted.
11. Serve on toasted buns and top each with the beer-braised onions.
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