Prepare to elevate your burger game with a mouthwatering recipe that will make your taste buds dance and your dinner guests swoon! These aren't just ordinary burgers – they're a gourmet experience that transforms humble ground beef into a culinary masterpiece. With perfectly seared patties, melted Jarlsberg cheese, and golden caramelized onions, this recipe promises to be the star of your next meal. Get ready to discover a burger so incredible, it'll make fast-food joints weep with envy!
Prep Time: 20 mins
Cook Time: 15 mins
Total Time: 35 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 4 servings
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 large onion, sliced
- 4 slices Jarlsberg cheese
- 4 burger buns
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
Instructions
- Remove ground beef from refrigerator 30 minutes before cooking to allow it to reach room temperature, ensuring even cooking.
- Gently form ground beef into 4 equal-sized patties, approximately 1/2 inch thick. Create a slight indentation in the center of each patty to prevent bulging during cooking.
- Season both sides of the patties generously with salt and pepper, pressing the seasoning lightly into the meat.
- Heat a griddle or large cast-iron skillet over medium-high heat. Ensure the cooking surface is hot before adding patties.
- In a separate pan, heat olive oil and sauté sliced onions over medium heat, stirring occasionally until they become soft and golden brown, approximately 8-10 minutes.
- Place burger patties on the hot griddle and cook for 4-5 minutes on the first side without moving, developing a nice caramelized crust.
- Flip the patties and cook for an additional 3-4 minutes for medium doneness. Adjust time based on preferred level of doneness.
- During the last minute of cooking, place a slice of Jarlsberg cheese on each patty and allow it to melt slightly.
- Add sautéed onions on top of the cheese-covered patties.
- Toast burger buns lightly on the griddle for extra flavor and texture.
- Transfer burgers to toasted buns and serve immediately while hot.
Tips
- Temperature is Key: Let your ground beef sit at room temperature for 30 minutes before cooking to ensure even heat distribution and a more tender burger.
- Don't Overwork the Meat: When forming patties, handle the ground beef gently to keep the texture loose and prevent tough burgers.
- Create the Perfect Griddle Crust: Ensure your cooking surface is hot before adding patties. This creates a delicious caramelized exterior that seals in juices.
- Cheese Melting Trick: Add cheese during the last minute of cooking and cover the pan briefly to help it melt perfectly.
- Onion Caramelization Secret: Cook onions slowly over medium heat, stirring occasionally to develop rich, sweet flavor without burning.
- Bun Toasting Hack: Lightly toast buns on the same griddle for extra flavor and to prevent sogginess. Pro tip: For the juiciest burgers, aim for medium doneness and let the meat rest for a minute after cooking to redistribute juices.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 450kcal
Carbohydrates: 25g
Protein: 30g
Fat: 28g
Saturated Fat: 12g
Cholesterol: 95mg
