Autumn Harvest Burger with Caramelized Onion and Ap

Name: Autumn Harvest Burger with Caramelized Onion and Apple
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 tablespoons butter; 2 Vidalia onions, sliced; 2 Granny Smith apples, diced; 2 pounds 80 percent lean ground beef; 1 teaspoon salt; 1 teaspoon black pepper; 2 tablespoons chopped fresh thyme leaves; 1/2 cup Dijon mustard; 1 egg; 1 cup seasoned bread crumbs; 4 large crusty rolls, split; 4 tablespoons mayonnaise; 1 cup blue cheese

Servings: persons

2 tablespoons butter
2 Vidalia onions, sliced
2 Granny Smith apples, diced
2 pounds 80 percent lean ground beef
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon black pepper
2 tablespoons chopped fresh thyme leaves
1/2 cup Dijon mustard
1 egg
1 cup seasoned bread crumbs
4 large crusty rolls, split
4 tablespoons mayonnaise
1 cup blue cheese

1
Melt butter in skillet over medium-high heat.
2
Add onions to hot pan and begin caramelizing, stirring occasionally.
3
After 4 minutes or so, add apples to the onions and continue to cook until onions are golden brown, about 6 more minutes.
4
Remove from heat when done.
5
While onions and apples are cooking, blend together in a large bowl the ground beef, salt, pepper, thyme, Dijon, egg, and bread crumbs.
6
Be sure ingredients are well incorporated, but don't over work.
7
Form mixture into 4 good-sized patties.
8
(hint: If you create a concave burger, with the center thinner than the edges, when it cooks the burger won't swell up to look like a meatball, but will remain flat and patty-like)
9
Heat grill to medium-high heat.
10
Place burgers on grill and cook about 10 minutes per side, or until cooked through.
11
As burgers are finishing (after the first flip), spread mayonnaise on both cut sides of each split roll.
12
Place rolls on grill, mayonnaise side down, to toast for about 1 minute, or until golden.
13
Place each burger on the bottom half of a toasted roll.
14
Top with about 1/4 cup of blue cheese, then with a generous scoop of the caramelized onion and apple mixture.
15
Cover with the roll and serve.

951

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 tablespoons butter, 2 Vidalia onions, sliced, 2 Granny Smith apples, diced, 2 pounds 80 percent lean ground beef, and more.

Yes, Autumn Harvest Burger with Caramelized Onion and Apple falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Autumn Harvest Burger with Caramelized Onion and Apple

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My Personal Notes

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