Mushroom Merlot Burger Recipe

Name: Mushroom Merlot Burger
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 pound ground beef (95% lean); 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley; 1/8 teaspoon salt; 1/8 teaspoon pepper; 4 large portobello mushrooms; 4 slices French bread, cut diagonally 1/2 inch thick; 2 ounces goat cheese (1/2 cup); 4 romaine lettuce leaves; Chopped fresh parsley (optional); 1 teaspoon olive oil; 2 tablespoons minced shallots; 1 cup Sutter Home Family Vineyards Merlot; 1/4 cup ready-to-serve beef broth; 2 teaspoons fresh thyme, chopped; 1 tablespoon butter; 2 teaspoons all-purpose flour; 1/4 teaspoon salt; 1/4 teaspoon pepper

Servings: persons

1 pound ground beef (95% lean)
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
1/8 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
4 large portobello mushrooms
4 slices French bread, cut diagonally 1/2 inch thick
2 ounces goat cheese (1/2 cup)
4 romaine lettuce leaves
Chopped fresh parsley (optional)
1 teaspoon olive oil
2 tablespoons minced shallots
1 cup Sutter Home Family Vineyards Merlot
1/4 cup ready-to-serve beef broth
2 teaspoons fresh thyme, chopped
1 tablespoon butter
2 teaspoons all-purpose flour
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper

1
To prepare sauce, heat oil in large nonstick skillet over low heat.
2
Add shallots; cook and stir 6 to 8 minutes or until caramelized.
3
Stir in wine, broth and thyme.
4
Cook over medium-high heat 8 to 10 minutes or until liquid is reduced to 1/2 cup.
5
Combine butter and flour; whisk into sauce.
6
Stir in 1/4 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon pepper.
7
Cover; keep warm.
8
Combine ground beef, 2 tablespoons parsley, 1/8 teaspoon salt and 1/8 teaspoon pepper in large bowl, mixing lightly but thoroughly.
9
Lightly shape into four 1/2-inch thick patties.
10
Set aside.
11
Place mushrooms on grid over medium, ash-covered coals; grill, uncovered, 16 to 18 minutes or until tender, turning occasionally.
12
About 10 minutes before mushrooms are done, move mushrooms to outer edge of grid.
13
Place patties in center of grid; grill 11 to 13 minutes until instant-read thermometer inserted horizontally into center registers 160F, turning occasionally.
14
Place bread slices on grid; grill until toasted, turning once.
15
Reheat sauce, if necessary.
16
Spread 1/2 of cheese on toasted bread slices.
17
Top each with lettuce leaf, mushroom and burger; drizzle evenly with sauce.
18
Crumble remaining goat cheese over tops; sprinkle with parsley, as desired.

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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.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

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 18 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 pound ground beef (95% lean), 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley, 1/8 teaspoon salt, 1/8 teaspoon pepper, and more.

Yes, Mushroom Merlot Burger falls under the Soups & Stews 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.

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Mushroom Merlot Burger

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