Caramelized Onions Burger

This Caramelized Onion Burger is bringing the flavor. Made with local Desert Mountain Ground Beef and topped with sweet, golden onions—all ingredients from the Boise Co-op!

Ingredients:

Burgers:

• 2 lb Desert Mountain ground beef

• 4 brioche buns sliced and grilled

• 4 slices of Swiss cheese

• 2 tablespoons Worcestershire Sauce

• 2 cloves garlic, grated

• parsley, finely chopped

• salt and pepper

• arugula

Caramelized Onions:

• 1 tablespoon olive oil

• 3 tablespoons butter

• 2 large onions, thinly sliced

• ½ teaspoon ground thyme

• 1 bay leaf

• ½ cup beef or chicken broth

• 1 tablespoon light brown sugar

• 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar

• salt and pepper

Instructions:

Caramelized Onions:

• In a skillet, heat butter and olive oil over medium heat.

• Add sliced onions, salt, pepper, thyme, and bay leaf. Sauté for 30 minutes, stirring occasionally, until golden brown.

• Stir in broth, brown sugar, and balsamic vinegar. Remove from the heat and keep warm.

Burger Patties:

• In a bowl, mix ground beef, Worcestershire sauce, garlic, parsley, salt, and pepper.

• Form into four patties, making the center slightly thinner.

• Grill or cook in a skillet for about 5 minutes per side, adding cheese on top during the last minute.

Assembling the Burger:

• Place a patty on each bottom bun.

• Top with caramelized onions and fresh arugula.

• Add the top bun and enjoy!

Recipe Courtesy of Munchkin Time Blog.