Bourbon, Pear and Gorgonzola Burger Recipe

Name: Bourbon, Pear and Gorgonzola Burger
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1-1/2 cups bourbon; 2 Tbsp. sugar; 8 each bartlett pears, each cut into 12 slices Safeway 1 lb For $1.88 thru 02/09; 24 each 80% lean ground beef patties (6 oz. each) Safeway 1 lb For $5.99 thru 02/09; 1-1/2 cups Gorgonzola cheese, crumbled; 24 each kaiser rolls, split, toasted; 3 cups A.1. Thick & Hearty Steak Sauce, divided; 1-1/2 cups KRAFT MAYO Real Mayonnaise; 1-1/2 qt. iceberg lettuce, shredded; 1 each large onions, each cut into 12 slices, separated into rings King Sooper's 1 lb For $0.99 thru 02/09

Servings: persons

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For each serving: Beat 1 Tbsp.
2
bourbon and 1/4 tsp.
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sugar with whisk in shallow dish.
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Add 4 pear slices; turn over to coat both sides.
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Let stand 1 hour to marinate.
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Drain pears; discard marinade.
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Grill on medium-high heat 1 min.
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on each side or until tender.
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Grill 1 beef patty on medium-high heat 2 to 3 min.
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on each side or to medium (160 degrees F), or desired doneness.
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Top with 1 Tbsp.
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(1 oz.)
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cheese and grilled pears.
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Grill 30 sec.
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or until cheese begins to melt.
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Spread bottom half of roll with 1 Tbsp.
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each steak sauce and mayonnaise; top with 1/4 cup lettuce, about 2 onion rings, cheeseburger and 1 Tbsp.
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of the remaining steak sauce.
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Cover with top of roll.

2325

kcal

Calories

179

Fat

Carbs

156

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* 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

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

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 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1-1/2 cups bourbon, 2 Tbsp. sugar, 8 each bartlett pears, each cut into 12 slices Safeway 1 lb For $1.88 thru 02/09, 24 each 80% lean ground beef patties (6 oz. each) Safeway 1 lb For $5.99 thru 02/09, and more.

Yes, Bourbon, Pear and Gorgonzola Burger falls under the Meat & Poultry 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Bourbon, Pear and Gorgonzola Burger

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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