Best 3 Northern Italian Trattoria Burger Recipes

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NORTHERN STUFFED BURGERS



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These burgers are first mixed with some spices for flavor, then you stuff them with your favorite condiments. We use any or all of the following: mustard, ketchup, chili sauce, relish, chopped dill pickles and grated cheese.

Provided by Dan

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Stuffed Main Dish Recipes

Time 25m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 4

2 pounds ground beef
garlic powder to taste
ground black pepper to taste
1 dash celery seed

Steps:

  • Preheat an outdoor grill for high heat and lightly oil grate.
  • In a large bowl, combine the ground beef with the garlic powder, ground black pepper and celery seed to taste. Mix well and form into 8 flat patties.
  • Spread 4 of the patties with your favorite condiments, then place the 4 remaining patties over these and seal the edges.
  • Grill over high heat for 5 minutes per side, or to desired doneness. Use either two spatulas to turn, or you could use a fish basket.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 704.7 calories, Carbohydrate 0.1 g, Cholesterol 192.9 mg, Fat 60.3 g, Protein 37.8 g, SaturatedFat 24.5 g, Sodium 154.8 mg

TASTY ITALIAN BURGERS



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The best flavors of Italy are celebrated in these tempting turkey burgers-pesto, basil, tomato and mozzarella. Grill some up for an international cookout.-Sharon Novin, Northridge, California

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 30m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

3 tablespoons shredded Parmesan cheese
1 garlic clove, minced
1 pound lean ground turkey
1/2 pound Italian turkey sausage links, casings removed
6 hamburger buns, split
3 tablespoons olive oil
6 tablespoons prepared pesto
6 ounces fresh mozzarella cheese, sliced
6 lettuce leaves
6 slices tomato
1/4 cup thinly sliced fresh basil leaves

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine Parmesan cheese and garlic. Crumble turkey and turkey sausage over mixture and mix well. Shape into six patties. , Grill burgers, covered, over medium heat or broil 4 in. from the heat for 5-8 minutes on each side or until a thermometer reads 165° and juices run clear., Brush buns with oil; grill, uncovered, for 1-2 minutes or until toasted. Serve burgers on buns with pesto, mozzarella cheese, lettuce, tomato and basil.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 515 calories, Fat 31g fat (10g saturated fat), Cholesterol 111mg cholesterol, Sodium 696mg sodium, Carbohydrate 24g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 32g protein.

ITALIAN BURGERS



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"My son, Tory, loves my lasagna, which I only make on Christmas," writes Bridgetta Ealy of Pontiac, Michigan. "As a surprise I created this burger, inspired by the lasagna he loves."

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 25m

Yield 2 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 teaspoons chili sauce
1 teaspoon grated Parmesan cheese
1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning
1/2 pound lean ground beef (90% lean)
4 green pepper rings
2 teaspoons canola oil
2 slices smoked part-skim mozzarella cheese (1 ounce each)
1/4 cup ricotta cheese
1 teaspoon dried parsley flakes
2 whole wheat hamburger buns, split
1/4 cup fresh baby spinach

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, combine the chili sauce, Parmesan cheese and Italian seasoning. Crumble beef over mixture and mix well. Shape into two patties; set aside., In a large skillet, cook peppers in oil over medium heat until crisp-tender. Remove and keep warm. In the same skillet, cook burgers for 4-5 minutes on each side or until a thermometer reads 160° and juices run clear, topping each with a pepper ring and cheese slice during the last 3 minutes., Meanwhile, combine ricotta cheese and parsley; spread over bun bottoms. Top with spinach and burgers; replace tops.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 455 calories, Fat 22g fat (9g saturated fat), Cholesterol 79mg cholesterol, Sodium 550mg sodium, Carbohydrate 27g carbohydrate (7g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 36g protein.

Tips:

  • Use high-quality ground beef with a fat content of at least 20% for a juicy burger.
  • Season the beef simply with salt and pepper before cooking to allow the meat's natural flavor to shine through.
  • Form the beef into patties that are slightly wider than your bun to prevent them from shrinking too much during cooking.
  • Cook the burgers over medium-high heat to get a nice sear on the outside and a juicy interior.
  • Top the burgers with your favorite toppings, such as cheese, lettuce, tomato, and onion.
  • Serve the burgers immediately on toasted buns with a side of fries.

Conclusion:

The Northern Italian Trattoria Burger is a delicious and easy-to-make burger that is perfect for a weeknight meal. With its simple ingredients and rustic flavor, this burger is sure to be a hit with the whole family. So next time you're looking for a satisfying and flavorful burger, give this recipe a try!

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