The Haven Burger Recipe

Name: The Haven Burger
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 cup mayonnaise; 1 garlic clove, minced; Kosher salt; Freshly ground black pepper; Cayenne pepper; 2 pounds ground beef chuck; Vegetable oil or canola oil, for brushing; 6 ounces mild blue cheese, such as Saint Agur, crumbled; 6 brioche hamburger buns, split and toasted; 1/4 cup plus 2 tablespoons chopped jarred pickled onions; 1 cup lightly packed baby arugula; 2 roasted red bell pepperspeeled, stemmed, seeded and thinly sliced

Servings: persons

1 cup mayonnaise
1 garlic clove, minced
Kosher salt
Freshly ground black pepper
Cayenne pepper
2 pounds ground beef chuck
Vegetable oil or canola oil, for brushing
6 ounces mild blue cheese, such as Saint Agur, crumbled
6 brioche hamburger buns, split and toasted
1/4 cup plus 2 tablespoons chopped jarred pickled onions
1 cup lightly packed baby arugula
2 roasted red bell pepperspeeled, stemmed, seeded and thinly sliced

1
In a bowl, whisk the mayonnaise with the garlic and season with salt, black pepper and cayenne.
2
Heat a cast-iron griddle or grill pan.
3
Shape the ground meat into six 1/2-inch-thick patties.
4
Brush the burgers with oil and season generously with salt and black pepper.
5
Cook the burgers over moderately high heat until they are well browned on the bottom, about 4 minutes.
6
Flip the burgers and cook for 2 minutes longer.
7
Top each burger with some of the blue cheese, tent with foil and cook for 2 minutes longer, until the cheese is slightly melted and the burgers are medium-rare.
8
Spread the buns with the garlic mayo.
9
Set the burgers on the buns and top with the pickled onions, arugula and roasted pepper slices.
10
Close the burgers and serve right away.

1458

kcal

Calories

119

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

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 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 cup mayonnaise, 1 garlic clove, minced, Kosher salt, Freshly ground black pepper, and more.

Yes, The Haven Burger 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!

The Haven Burger

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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