Caramelized Onion Butter Burgers Recipe

Name: Caramelized Onion Butter Burgers
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 6 tablespoons Land O Lakes Butter with Olive Oil & Sea Salt; 1 large (2 1/2 cups) red onion, thinly sliced; 1 large (2 1/2 cups) white onion, thinly sliced; 1 large (2 1/2 cups) yellow onion, thinly sliced; 1/4 teaspoon salt; 1/4 teaspoon pepper; 2 teaspoons sugar; 1 teaspoon balsamic vinegar; 1 pound lean ground beef; 1 teaspoon balsamic vinegar; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 1/2 teaspoon pepper; 1/2 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce; 2 tablespoons Land O Lakes Butter with Olive Oil & Sea Salt; 8 (3 1/4-inch) silver dollar or dinner rolls

Servings: persons

6 tablespoons Land O Lakes Butter with Olive Oil & Sea Salt
1 large (2 1/2 cups) red onion, thinly sliced
1 large (2 1/2 cups) white onion, thinly sliced
1 large (2 1/2 cups) yellow onion, thinly sliced
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
2 teaspoons sugar
1 teaspoon balsamic vinegar
1 pound lean ground beef
1 teaspoon balsamic vinegar
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1/2 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
2 tablespoons Land O Lakes Butter with Olive Oil & Sea Salt
8 (3 1/4-inch) silver dollar or dinner rolls

1
Melt 6 tablespoons Butter with Olive Oil & Sea Salt in 12-inch skillet over medium-high heat until sizzling; add onions, 1/4 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon pepper.
2
Cook, stirring occasionally, 5 minutes or until onions begin to soften.
3
Stir in sugar; cook, stirring frequently and scraping brown bits off bottom of pan, 20-25 minutes or until onions are golden brown.
4
Stir in balsamic vinegar.
5
Remove onions from pan; keep warm.
6
Combine all burger ingredients in bowl except butter and rolls; shape ground beef mixture into 8 equal-sized patties.
7
Melt 2 tablespoons Butter with Olive Oil & Sea Salt in same skillet over medium heat until sizzling.
8
Place patties into skillet; cook, turning once, over medium heat 6-8 minutes or until internal temperature reaches at least 160 degrees F and center is no longer pink.
9
Return onions to pan; continue cooking until onions are heated through.
10
Place patties onto bottom half of buns; top with caramelized onions.
11
Serve immediately.

594

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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.
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 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 6 tablespoons Land O Lakes Butter with Olive Oil & Sea Salt, 1 large (2 1/2 cups) red onion, thinly sliced, 1 large (2 1/2 cups) white onion, thinly sliced, 1 large (2 1/2 cups) yellow onion, thinly sliced, and more.

Yes, Caramelized Onion Butter Burgers 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!

Caramelized Onion Butter Burgers

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