Hamburger Classic with Cheese
A classic American dish featuring savory beef patties, caramelized onions, and melted cheddar, perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Caramelized Onions
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter
- 2 onions sliced
- 1 tbsp sugar
- Salt to taste
- 1 tbsp balsamic vinegar
- 2 tbsp water
Burger Ingredients
- 4 pieces hamburger patties
- Black pepper to taste
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 4 pieces hamburger buns toasted
- BBQ sauce
- 4 slices cheddar cheese
- 1 piece tomato sliced
- 1 handful arugula
Instructions
Caramelizing Onions
- Melt the butter in a pan over low heat. Add the sliced onions and sugar, season with salt, and cook over low heat for 5 minutes.
- Add the balsamic vinegar and water. Cover and cook over low heat for 20 minutes until the onions are soft and jammy.
Cooking Patties
- Season the hamburger patties with salt and pepper.
- Heat the olive oil in a pan over high heat and cook the patties for 3 minutes per side.
Assembling Burgers
- Toast the hamburger buns.
- Assemble each burger in this order: bottom bun, arugula, caramelized onions, tomato, cheddar, patty, BBQ sauce, and top bun.
Notes
Serve on a wooden cutting board garnished with fresh herbs or with a side of sweet potato fries. Consider offering various toppings for customization.