Caramelized Onion Zin-Burgers with Crispy Cheddar F

Name: Caramelized Onion Zin-Burgers with Crispy Cheddar Frico
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil; 2 small yellow onions, cut in 1/2 and sliced thin; Salt and freshly ground black pepper; 2 teaspoons chopped fresh thyme leaves; 2 cups Zinfandel; 1 1/2 cups sharp Cheddar, shredded; 3 pounds ground beef; Sea salt and freshly ground black pepper; 6 seeded burger rolls; 2 beefsteak tomatoes, cut 1/3-inch thick; 6 ounces spring mix salad green

Servings: persons

1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
2 small yellow onions, cut in 1/2 and sliced thin
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
2 teaspoons chopped fresh thyme leaves
2 cups Zinfandel
1 1/2 cups sharp Cheddar, shredded
3 pounds ground beef
Sea salt and freshly ground black pepper
6 seeded burger rolls
2 beefsteak tomatoes, cut 1/3-inch thick
6 ounces spring mix salad green

1
Heat a 10-inch saute pan over high heat.
2
When hot add the olive oil, onions, and season with some salt and black pepper.
3
Reduce heat to medium-high and continue to cook for 10 minutes until caramelized, stirring often.
4
Sprinkle in the thyme and continue to cook for one minute.
5
Add the Zinfandel and cook until wine is 2/3 reduced.
6
Take off the heat and let cool to room temperature.
7
For the Cheddar fricos: In an 8-inch nonstick pan heated over medium-high heat add 1/4 cup shredded cheese.
8
Cook until cheese is light brown on the bottom.
9
Turn over with a plastic spatula and continue cooking for another 10 to 15 seconds.
10
Remove to a plate to cool.
11
Wipe pan and start again until 6 fricos are complete.
12
Form 6 (1/2-pound) beef patties and season very well with sea salt and black pepper on each side.
13
Place on a hot grill and cook until nicely browned, approximately 5 minutes.
14
Turn over and continue to cook to desired doneness.
15
A couple of minutes before the burgers are done halve the rolls and lightly brown on the grill, open side down.
16
Place burgers on the bottom halves of the rolls, adding a generous helping of onions.
17
Season the tomato slices with salt and pepper.
18
Top the burgers with frico, tomato slice and greens.
19
Roll up your sleeves and dive in.

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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.
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

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

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 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil, 2 small yellow onions, cut in 1/2 and sliced thin, Salt and freshly ground black pepper, 2 teaspoons chopped fresh thyme leaves, and more.

Yes, Caramelized Onion Zin-Burgers with Crispy Cheddar Frico 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!

Caramelized Onion Zin-Burgers with Crispy Cheddar Frico

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Variations & substitutions

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