Fontinella Cheese Burger
Elevate your burger game with the irresistible Fontinella Cheese Burger, a gourmet twist on the classic comfort food. Featuring perfectly seasoned 80/20 ground beef patties, this recipe highlights the rich, nutty flavor of melted Fontinella cheese atop each juicy burger. Nestled in buttery, golden-browned brioche buns, every bite is layered with textures and flavors—soft caramelized onions, crisp lettuce, and fresh tomato slices, all tied together with a creamy smear of mayonnaise. The secret to its next-level taste? A thumbprint indentation in the patties ensures even cooking, while the caramelized onions cook low and slow in a blend of butter and olive oil for maximum sweetness. Perfect for weekend barbecues or casual dinner nights, this gourmet cheeseburger is a crowd-pleaser that will keep everyone coming back for seconds.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 lb Ground beef (80/20 blend)
- 4 slices Fontinella cheese
- 4 pieces Brioche buns
- 1 tsp Salt
- 1 tsp Black pepper
- 1 tsp Garlic powder
- 1 piece Onion (medium-sized, thinly sliced)
- 2 tbsp Unsalted butter
- 1 tbsp Olive oil
- 4 pieces Lettuce leaves
- 1 piece Tomato (sliced)
- 4 tbsp Mayonnaise
Instructions
In a mixing bowl, combine the ground beef with salt, black pepper, and garlic powder. Mix gently to avoid overworking the meat.
Divide the beef mixture into 4 equal portions and shape into patties about 1/2 inch thick. Press a light indentation in the center of each patty with your thumb to prevent puffing during cooking. Set aside.
Heat a skillet over medium heat and add 1 tablespoon of unsalted butter and 1 tablespoon of olive oil. Once melted, add the sliced onions and cook, stirring occasionally, for 10-12 minutes until the onions are soft and golden brown. Remove from heat and set aside.
Preheat a grill or grill pan over medium-high heat. Lightly oil the grill grates to prevent sticking. Place the beef patties on the grill and cook for about 3-4 minutes on each side, or until desired doneness is reached.
During the last minute of cooking, place a slice of Fontinella cheese on each patty and cover with a lid to let the cheese melt.
While the patties are cooking, toast the brioche buns on the grill until lightly golden and warm.
To assemble the burgers, spread 1 tablespoon of mayonnaise on the bottom half of each toasted bun. Add a lettuce leaf and a slice of tomato. Place the grilled patty with melted Fontinella cheese on top, followed by a generous spoonful of caramelized onions.
Top with the other half of the bun and serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3474 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 258.7 g | 332% | |
| Saturated Fat | 108.3 g | 542% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 743 mg | 248% | |
| Sodium | 5020 mg | 218% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 152.6 g | 55% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 7.6 g | 27% | |
| Total Sugars | 30.2 g | ||
| Protein | 135.1 g | 270% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.3 mcg | 7% | |
| Calcium | 1089 mg | 84% | |
| Iron | 18.7 mg | 104% | |
| Potassium | 1839 mg | 39% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
