Meat Loaf Burgers With Caramelized Onions Recipe

Name: Meat Loaf Burgers With Caramelized Onions
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: Onions:; 1 teaspoon olive oil; 4 1/2 cups vertically sliced red onion (about 2 medium onions); 1/4 teaspoon salt; 1 tablespoon sugar; 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar; Burgers:; Cooking spray; 1 cup finely chopped green bell pepper; 1 cup finely chopped celery; 1 cup crushed whole wheat crackers (about 20 crackers); 1/3 cup ketchup, divided; 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme; 1/4 teaspoon salt; 1 pound ground sirloin; 1 large egg; 12 (1 1/4-ounce) slices rye bread, toasted

Servings: persons

Onions:
1 teaspoon olive oil
4 1/2 cups vertically sliced red onion (about 2 medium onions)
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 tablespoon sugar
2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
Burgers:
Cooking spray
1 cup finely chopped green bell pepper
1 cup finely chopped celery
1 cup crushed whole wheat crackers (about 20 crackers)
1/3 cup ketchup, divided
1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 pound ground sirloin
1 large egg
12 (1 1/4-ounce) slices rye bread, toasted

1
Prepare grill or broiler.
2
To prepare onions, heat olive oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Add onion and 1/4 teaspoon salt; saute 12 minutes or until golden brown. Stir in sugar and vinegar; cook 30 seconds. Remove from pan.
3
To prepare burgers, heat pan coated with cooking spray over medium-high heat. Add bell pepper and celery; saute 3 minutes or until tender.
4
Combine the bell pepper mixture, crackers, 1/4 cup ketchup, thyme, 1/4 teaspoon salt, beef, and egg in a large bowl. Divide mixture into 6 equal portions, shaping each into a 1/2-inch-thick patty.
5
Place patties on a grill rack or broiler pan coated with cooking spray; cook 5 minutes. Carefully turn patties over; brush with remaining ketchup. Cook 5 minutes or until done.
6
Place 1 patty on each of 6 bread slices. Top each patty with 1/4 cup onion mixture and 1 bread slice.

220

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

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 17 ingredients. The key ingredients include: Onions:, 1 teaspoon olive oil, 4 1/2 cups vertically sliced red onion (about 2 medium onions), 1/4 teaspoon salt, and more.

Yes, Meat Loaf Burgers With Caramelized Onions 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Meat Loaf Burgers With Caramelized Onions

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