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The Best Gourmet Cheeseburger recipe

The Best Gourmet Cheeseburger

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Shea Goldstein (@dixiechikcooks)
AmericanLunchDinnerMain CourseNon-Vegetarian

This Gourmet Cheeseburger is a big, fat, beautiful burger with a unique twist. It features tabbouleh with radishes and lemon, a sharp cheddar blackberry cheese sauce, and chopped cured pork shoulder mixed into the burger patty. Inspired by a food challenge, this burger combines unexpected ingredients into a delicious gourmet creation.

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Prep Time
20min
Cook Time
45min
Total Time
1hr 5min

Ingredients

4 Servings
(1 serving = 1 burger)

For the Burgers

  • ground chuck or sirloin
    ground chuck or sirloin
    1lb
  • strips smoked pork shoulder (or substitute prosciutto)
    strips smoked pork shoulder (or substitute prosciutto)
    2
  • spinach, chopped
    spinach, chopped
    9oz
  • Moore's Original Marinade
    Moore's Original Marinade
    2tbsp
  • garlic
    garlic
    1tsp
  • burger buns split
    burger buns split
    4

For the Tabbouleh

  • flat leaf parsley, chopped
    flat leaf parsley, chopped
    1bundle
  • lemon juiced
    lemon juiced
    1
  • garlic, minced
    garlic, minced
    2tsp
  • yellow onion diced small
    yellow onion diced small
    1/2
  • handful radishes, diced small
    handful radishes, diced small
    1
  • tomato diced small
    tomato diced small
    1
  • cucumber diced small
    cucumber diced small
    1/2
  • white vinegar
    white vinegar
    1tsp
  • olive oil
    olive oil
    2tbsp
  • Salt, to taste
    Salt, to taste

For the Cheese Sauce

  • flour
    flour
    1tbsp
  • water
    water
    1/4cup
  • stick salted butter
    stick salted butter
    1/2
  • block Cabot Farmhouse Reserve Cheddar, shredded
    block Cabot Farmhouse Reserve Cheddar, shredded
    1
  • blackberries, chopped or muddled
    blackberries, chopped or muddled
    1/2cup
  • cayenne
    cayenne
    1tsp
  • whole cream
    whole cream
    1/2cup

Additional Ingredients

  • Bibb lettuce
    Bibb lettuce

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Nutrition (per serving)

Calories

392.5kcal (19.63%)

Protein

28.8g (57.5%)

Carbs

10.0g (3.64%)

Sugars

3.0g (6%)

Healthy Fat

15.1g

Unhealthy Fat

10.3g

% Daily Value based on a 2000 calorie diet

Prep Time
20min
Cook Time
45min
Total Time
1hr 5min

How to make The Best Gourmet Cheeseburger

Prepare the Burgers

  1. Step 1

    Combine ground chuck or sirloin, Moore's marinade, spinach, garlic, salt, and pepper in a mixing bowl.

  2. Step 2

    Mix well and form into four burger patties.

Prepare the Tabbouleh

  1. Step 1

    Combine parsley, lemon juice, garlic, onion, radishes, tomato, cucumber, white vinegar, olive oil, and salt in a bowl.

  2. Step 2

    Mix well and refrigerate until the burgers are ready.

Make the Cheese Sauce

  1. Step 1

    Whisk flour and water together to make a slurry.

  2. Step 2

    Melt butter over medium heat, add the slurry, and whisk to combine.

  3. Step 3

    Add shredded cheddar, blackberries, cayenne, and whole cream.

  4. Step 4

    Reduce heat to medium-low and stir until melted. Cover and keep on low heat until the burgers are done.

Cook the Burgers

  1. Step 1

    Pan fry or grill the burger patties until cooked to your desired doneness.

Assemble the Burgers

  1. Step 1

    Place Bibb lettuce on the bottom half of the burger bun.

  2. Step 2

    Add a layer of tabbouleh, followed by the cooked burger patty.

  3. Step 3

    Top with the cheese sauce and the other half of the bun.

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Nutrition (per serving)

Nutrition (per serving)

Calories

392.5kcal (19.63%)

Protein

28.8g (57.5%)

Carbs

10.0g (3.64%)

Sugars

3.0g (6%)

Healthy Fat

15.1g

Unhealthy Fat

10.3g

% Daily Value based on a 2000 calorie diet

Tips & Tricks

  1. For a more intense flavor, let the tabbouleh sit in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving.

  2. If you can't find smoked pork shoulder, prosciutto is a great substitute.

  3. Use fresh blackberries for the cheese sauce to enhance the flavor.

FAQS

  1. Can I use a different type of cheese for the sauce?

    Yes, you can substitute the cheddar with another sharp cheese, but the flavor profile may change.

  2. What can I use instead of radishes in the tabbouleh?

    You can omit the radishes or replace them with diced celery for a similar crunch.

  3. Can I make the cheese sauce ahead of time?

    Yes, you can make the cheese sauce ahead of time and reheat it gently over low heat before serving.

  4. Is there a vegetarian version of this burger?

    You can substitute the ground meat with a plant-based burger patty and omit the pork shoulder for a vegetarian version.

  5. Can I grill the burger buns?

    Yes, lightly grilling the buns adds a nice texture and flavor to the burger.

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Shea Goldstein

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A Southern Belle Who's Thinking About What's For Dinner While Eating Lunch

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