CHEDDAR BURGERS WITH BALSAMIC ONIONS AND CHIPOTLE KETCHUP

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Provided by Tony Rosenfeld

Categories     Onion     Fourth of July     Backyard BBQ     Vinegar     Cheddar     Ground Beef     Hot Pepper     Summer     Family Reunion     Grill     Grill/Barbecue     Bon Appétit

Yield Makes 6

Number Of Ingredients 17

Onions:
1 pound red onions, cut crosswise into 1/3- to 1/2-inch-thick rounds
Olive oil
3/4 teaspoon coarse kosher salt
1/2 teaspoon coarsely ground black pepper
2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
Chipotle ketchup:
1 cup ketchup
1 1/2 teaspoons chopped chipotle chiles from canned chipotles in adobo* plus 2 tablespoons adobo sauce from can
2 teaspoons (or more) balsamic vinegar
Burgers:
2 1/4 pounds ground beef (15% to 20% fat)
Coarse kosher salt
6 thick slices sharp cheddar cheese
6 large English muffins or hamburger buns, split, cut sides grilled
6 tomato slices (optional)
2 cups fresh spinach leaves

Steps:

  • For onions:
  • Prepare barbecue (medium-high heat): Arrange onion rounds on baking sheet. Brush with oil; sprinkle with 3/4 teaspoon coarse salt and pepper. Transfer onion rounds (still intact) to grill rack; close cover. Cook until grill marks appear, about 4 minutes per side. Reduce heat or move onions to cooler part of grill. Close cover; cook until onions are tender, about 10 minutes. Transfer to medium bowl. Toss with vinegar. DO AHEAD: Can be made 3 days ahead. Cover; chill.
  • For chipotle ketchup:
  • Mix ketchup, chiles, adobo sauce, and 2 teaspoons vinegar in small bowl. Season with salt and more vinegar, if desired. do a h e a d Can be made 3 days ahead. Cover and chill.
  • For burgers:
  • Shape beef into six 1/2-inch thick patties. Sprinkle patties on both sides with coarse salt and pepper. Prepare barbecue (medium-high heat). Place burgers on grill. Close cover; cook burgers until bottoms start to darken and juices rise to surface, about 3 minutes. Turn burgers; cook to desired doneness, about 3 minutes longer for medium-rare. Top with onions and cheese. Close cover; cook until cheese melts. Place muffin bottoms on plates; spread with ketchup. Top with burgers, tomatoes, if desired, spinach, and muffin tops. Serve, passing remaining ketchup separately.
  • *Dried, smoked jalapeños in a spicy tomato sauce called adobo; available at some supermarkets and at specialty foods stores and Latin markets.

Hamzal Khan
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Overall, I thought these burgers were pretty good. I would probably make them again, but I would make a few changes to the recipe.


Love ve ask
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These burgers were a bit dry for my taste, but the flavor was good.


Farid Obuor
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I'm always looking for new burger recipes, and this one did not disappoint. The balsamic onions and chipotle ketchup were a great twist on the classic burger.


Adenike Oluwafemi
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These burgers were easy to make and turned out great. I will definitely be making them again.


Helen Villahermosa
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I'm not a fan of burgers, but I really enjoyed these. The balsamic onions and chipotle ketchup were a great addition.


Abdul Kusdus
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I had some trouble finding chipotle ketchup, but it was worth the effort. These burgers were so good!


Alif Noor
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These burgers were a little too spicy for me, but my husband loved them.


Kazi amirul Islam Aslam
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I'm not a big fan of chipotle, but these burgers were still delicious. The balsamic onions and cheddar cheese were a great combination.


Patrick Andreasen
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These burgers are so flavorful and juicy. The balsamic onions and chipotle ketchup are a perfect complement to the cheddar cheese.


Adaobi Okpalaugo
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I made these burgers for a party and they were a huge success! Everyone loved them.


Pricky Crossbreed
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The cheddar burgers with balsamic onions and chipotle ketchup were amazing! The flavors all came together perfectly. I would highly recommend this recipe.


Brian Mckenzie (Modelsworld4220)
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These burgers were a hit with my family! The balsamic onions and chipotle ketchup added a delicious and unique flavor. The burgers were juicy and cooked perfectly. I will definitely be making these again.


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