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MountainTop Bleu Burgers with Warm Fig Pure |
Submitted By:
Paula |
| Date/Time :
April-13-2006, 16:19:00 |
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Ingredients: 2 garlic cloves, minced.2 tablespoons chopped thyme,1 cup dried figs, stems removed.2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil,Coarse sea salt and freshly ground black pepper,1 large red onion, peeled and cut into thin slices.1 pound lean ground beef,4 whole grain hamburger buns or Kaiser rolls,1 Mountain Top Bleu cheese, halved then sliced into ¼ inch slices,3 ounces arugula leaves or other summer greens, rinsed well and dried.Olive oil cooking spray. Directions: Heat grill to medium heat. In a food processor, combine ¼ of garlic (about ½ teaspoon), 1 tablespoon thyme, the dried figs, and 1 tablespoon olive oil. Process to form a smooth and spread able paste. If mixture is too thick, add 1 teaspoon of water. Season with salt and pepper, and pulse to combine. Set aside. In a mixing bowl, combine remaining garlic and thyme with ground beef. Season with salt and pepper and mix well. Form beef into 4 patties using BurgerMate and set aside. Place the sliced onions on a plate and lightly coat each side with cooking spray. Grill the onions until lightly charred on first side, about 3 minutes. Flip the onions and continue grilling until tender and charred on the other side, about three minutes more. Transfer onions to a clean plate and keep warm. Place beef patties on the grill. Grill until browned on the first side, about 7 to 10 minutes. Flip the beef patties and continue grilling until browned both sides, another 7 to 10 minutes. Transfer burgers to a clean plate and keep warm. Split hamburger buns or rolls in half and place cut side down on grill; cook until warm and toasted. Transfer to work surface. Spread ¼ cup fig purée on the bottom half of each bun and top each with a burger. Layer each with sliced cheese, grilled onions, and a small handful of greens. Top with remaining bun or roll half and serve. |
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