Bella Pienza Burgers Recipe

Name: Bella Pienza Burgers
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 pound ground sirloin; zest from one lemon; 1 teaspoon kosher salt; 2 teaspoons ground black pepper; 1 tablespoon olive oil - plus additional for the burgers; 1 tablespoon honey; 2 tablespoons sherry vinegar; 1 teaspoon white truffle oil; salt and pepper; 4 cups arrugula; 4 slices of a perfect tomato (see note at bottom); sliced fresh pecorino - make sure you get the soft fresh kind not the hard aged kind; 4 soft buns or rolls - I found pan de leche at my store, a brioche or challah roll would be nice too

Servings: persons

1 pound ground sirloin
zest from one lemon
1 teaspoon kosher salt
2 teaspoons ground black pepper
1 tablespoon olive oil - plus additional for the burgers
1 tablespoon honey
2 tablespoons sherry vinegar
1 teaspoon white truffle oil
salt and pepper
4 cups arrugula
4 slices of a perfect tomato (see note at bottom)
sliced fresh pecorino - make sure you get the soft fresh kind not the hard aged kind
4 soft buns or rolls - I found pan de leche at my store, a brioche or challah roll would be nice too

1
Get the grill heating to med-high. Make the patties - put the beef, lemon zest, and measured salt and pepper in a bowl. Mix them gently and form into 4 patties. Press slightly in the center of each patty so they will cook evenly. Coat each patty with olive oil and set aside.
2
Make the arrugula salad - whisk 1 tbs olive oil with the vinegar, truffle oil and honey. Add salt and pepper, taste, adjust. Toss with the arrugula leaves. ** this is a delicious salad in it's own right by the way **
3
Grill the burgers to your preferred doneness - I actually prefer mine a bit on the done side, which I know to be frowned upon in some parts but whatever. Cook them the way you like them.
4
At the last flip, top each patty with sliced pecorino and get it all melty on the burger. Toast the buns on the cooler part of the grill as well - this happens fast with soft rolls so be careful!
5
Assemble your burgers - bottom bun, cheesy patty, sliced tomato, arrugula salad, top bun. Enjoy - a glass of brunello wouldn't be a bad thing!
6
** Note to gardeners - pictured is a sweet tangerine tomato - possibly the best tomato I have ever eaten. It is an heirloom hybrid from Burpee, I start several of these plants every year ... they are amazing! **

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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.
Preheat the oven fully and bake on the middle rack for the most even results.
Check for doneness a few minutes early — a toothpick in the center should come out with just a few moist crumbs.
Let it cool before slicing so it sets properly and holds its shape.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Swap the honey for maple syrup or agave for a slightly different but equally rich sweetness.

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: 1 pound ground sirloin, zest from one lemon, 1 teaspoon kosher salt, 2 teaspoons ground black pepper, and more.

Yes, Bella Pienza Burgers falls under the Baking & Desserts category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Bella Pienza Burgers

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