Dinner
Blues Burgers
A play on blue cheese and soul food—these burgers feature bold blue cheese crumbles and a rich patty, often with caramelized onions or spicy sauces.
Ingredients:
- 1/2 pound sliced fresh mushrooms
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1 1/2 pounds lean ground beef 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon chili powder 1/4 teaspoon pepper
- 1 pinch cayenne pepper
- 2 ounces crumbled blue cheese 2/3 cup barbecue sauce
- 4 onion rolls or hamburger buns
Directions:
- In a skillet, saute mushrooms in butter for 2-3 minutes or until tender. Set aside and keep warm.
- In a bowl, combine the beef and seasonings just until mixed. Shape into eight thin patties. Sprinkle half of the patties with blue cheese; tip with remaining patties and press edges firmly to seal.
- Grill, uncovered, over medium-hot heat for 3 minutes on each side. Brush with some of the barbecue sauce. Grill 10-12 minutes longer or until juices run clear, basting and turning occasionally. Drain the mushrooms. Serve burgers on rolls topped with mushrooms.