Steak Hache au Gorgonzola (Hamburgers with Gorgonzola)

1. 1

   Blend the ground beef with the cheese, salt and pepper to taste.

2. 2

   Divide the mixture into 4 portions and shape them into flat patties, each about 1-inch thick or slightly less.

3. 3

   Heat a skillet, preferably of black iron.

4. 4

   Do not add fat but heat the skillet until it is almost smoking.

5. 5

   Add the patties and cook over moderately high heat 3 or 4 minutes or until well-browned on one side.

6. 6

   Turn and continue cooking about 1 or 2 minutes (or even longer if you want well-done meat).

7. 7

   Add the Cognac and ignite it.

8. 8

   Cook until flame dies.

9. 9

   Transfer the patties to a warm serving dish or plates.

10. 10

    As the patties cook, heat the 2 tablespoons of butter in a separate skillet and add the mushrooms and garlic.

11. 11

    Cook, tossing and stirring, about 2 minutes or until golden brown.

12. 12

    Spoon the mushroom mixture over the patties and sprinkle with chopped parsley.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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