WILD MUSHROOM-CHEDDAR BURGER

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During my travels for the old Food Network show Food Nation, I had the opportunity to go foraging for mushrooms with an expert while in Washington State. I can't think of mushrooms without remembering that trip. Now I do NOT recommend hunting for your own mushrooms -- let's leave that to the experts -- but I do recommend using a variety of what your supermarket has to offer. They may not be technically "wild," but a blend from your market will still be delicious and, more important, not deadly! I think that any cheddar would pair well with the mushrooms, but if you can find a sharp Tillamook cheddar from Oregon, it would be all the better.

Provided by Bobby Flay

Categories     condiment

Time 40m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 16

2 tablespoons olive oil
1 tablespoon unsalted butter
12 ounces assorted mushrooms (such as cremini, lobster, chanterelles, and stemmed shiitakes), chopped
1 small shallot, finely diced
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
1 tablespoon chopped fresh thyme leaves
2 tablespoons chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley leaves
1 1/2 pounds ground chuck (80 percent lean) or ground turkey (90 percent lean)
1 1/2 tablespoons canola oil
4 slices sharp cheddar cheese
4 hamburger buns, split; toasted, if desired (see Cook's Note)
Chipotle Ketchup (optional, recipe follows)
1 cup ketchup
2 to 3 tablespoons pureed canned chipotle in adobo (depending on how spicy you prefer it)
1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Heat the olive oil and butter in a large saute pan over high heat until almost smoking. Add the mushrooms and cook, stirring occasionally, until soft, about 5 minutes. Add the shallot, season with salt and pepper, and cook until the mushrooms are golden brown, about 5 minutes. Stir in the thyme and parsley and transfer to a bowl.
  • Divide the meat into 4 equal portions (about 6 ounces each). Form each portion loosely into a 3/4-inch-thick burger and make a deep depression in the center with your thumb. Season both sides of each burger with salt and pepper.
  • Cook the burgers using the canola oil (see Cook's Note) and topping each one with a slice of cheese and a basting cover during the last minute of cooking.
  • Place the burgers on the bun bottoms and top each burger with chipotle ketchup, if using, and a large spoonful of the mushrooms. Cover with the bun tops and serve immediately.
  • I love ketchup as much as the next American does, but when I was designing the menu for Bobby's Burger Palace, I knew that I wanted to have a little something extra to offer in the squeeze bottles. The simple addition of pureed chipotle in adobo gives prepared ketchup an exciting smoky edge, while still keeping its sweet yet tangy identity intact.
  • Whisk together the ketchup, chipotle, salt, and pepper in a small bowl. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld. The sauce will keep for 1 week in a tightly sealed container in the refrigerator.

Hayden Lovell
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These burgers are way too greasy for my taste. I won't be making them again.


Amrit Saab
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I'm not sure what I did wrong, but my burgers were dry and overcooked. I'm going to try again and see if I can get them right.


Shawn Philpotts
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These burgers are a game-changer! They're so easy to make and they're always a hit with my family and friends.


jia____ hs
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I love these burgers! They're so juicy and flavorful. I always make a double batch so I have leftovers for lunch the next day.


Md Modhu
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These burgers are amazing! The flavors are so well-balanced and the mushrooms add a really nice depth of flavor. I will definitely be making these again.


Md Eusup
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I've made these burgers several times and they're always a hit. They're perfect for a quick and easy weeknight meal.


Austin Leftwich
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These burgers are so easy to make and they're always a crowd-pleaser. I love that I can customize them with different toppings.


Charles Harry
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I'm not a big fan of mushrooms, but I loved these burgers! The mushrooms were cooked perfectly and they didn't overpower the other flavors.


SARATH LAL
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These burgers are delicious! The mushrooms add a nice earthy flavor and the cheddar cheese is melted and gooey. I will definitely be making these burgers again.


Sinead Boyle
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I made these burgers for my family and they were a hit! Everyone loved them. The burgers were cooked perfectly and the flavors were amazing.


Sunil Rai
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OMG! These burgers are to die for! The mushrooms and cheddar cheese are a perfect combination. I highly recommend trying this recipe.


Feri Jonga
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These burgers are so flavorful and juicy. I love the combination of the mushrooms and cheddar cheese. I will definitely be making these again!


Nikki Benn
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I followed the recipe exactly and the burgers turned out perfectly. The mushrooms added a delicious earthy flavor and the cheddar cheese was melted and gooey. I will definitely be making these burgers again!


Md Taimon
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This Wild Mushroom Cheddar Burger is a must-try for any burger lover! The combination of flavors and textures is simply amazing.