French Onion Soup Burgers (Print Version)
Gourmet burgers with caramelized onions and Gruyère cheese.
# Ingredients:
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1 lb ground beef
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2 large onions, thinly sliced
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2 tablespoons butter
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1 teaspoon sugar
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1/2 cup beef broth
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2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
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1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves or 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
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Salt and pepper to taste
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4 slices Gruyère or Swiss cheese
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4 hamburger buns
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1 clove garlic, minced (optional for garlic butter buns)
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Additional butter for buns
# Instructions:
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Heat the butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the thinly sliced onions and sprinkle with sugar. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the onions are deeply golden and caramelized, about 20-25 minutes. Deglaze the pan with a splash of beef broth if the onions begin to stick.
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In a mixing bowl, season the ground beef with salt, pepper, and Worcestershire sauce. Mix thoroughly.
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Shape the seasoned beef into 4 evenly sized patties. Cook in a skillet or on a grill to your preferred doneness.
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If desired, mix minced garlic with softened butter. Spread on the buns and toast until golden brown.
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Place a cooked beef patty on the bottom half of each bun. Add a generous portion of caramelized onions and top with a slice of Gruyère or Swiss cheese.
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Broil the assembled burgers briefly until the cheese is melted and bubbly. Sprinkle fresh thyme over the melted cheese, top with the other half of the bun, and serve immediately.
# Notes:
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Deglazing the pan with beef broth enhances the flavor of the caramelized onions.
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Ensure the burgers are broiled briefly to avoid overcooking the patties.