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Caprese Burgers

Source of Recipe

From "Williams-Sonoma: Burger Night"


Recipe Introduction

"All the fresh tastes of a caprese salad come together on this open-faced burger. If you haven't worked with burrata before, you're in for a treat; like fresh mozzarella, this Italian cheese has a firm outer skin with a creamy, tangy interior. Letting the cheese come to room temperature for at least an hour before use will ensure it's perfectly spreadable."

List of Ingredients

Balsamic Vinaigrette:
◦  1½ Tbsp balsamic vinegar
◦  1 tsp Dijon mustard
◦  Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper
◦  1½ Tbsp olive oil, plus more for brushing

◦  ¾ pound ground beef
◦  ¾ pound ground pork
◦  4 thick slices about ½ inch crusty Italian bread, such as Pugliese
◦  1 clove garlic, halved lengthwise
◦  ¼ pound burrata cheese or fresh mozzarella, drained, at room temperature
◦  12 fresh basil leaves
◦  1 to 2 ripe tomatoes, cut into 8 slices


Recipe

To make the balsamic vinaigrette, whisk together the balsamic vinegar and Dijon mustard in a small bowl. Season with salt and pepper, then whisk in the olive oil. Set aside.

Build a medium-hot fire in a charcoal grill or preheat a gas grill to medium-high.

In a large bowl, gently mix together the beef and pork. Form into four patties, using your fingers to create a dimple in the middle of each. Season both sides well with salt and pepper.

Brush each slice of bread with olive oil on both sides and arrange on the grill grate directly over the heat. Grill, turning once, until nicely grill-marked, about 2 minutes per side. Transfer to a work surface and rub both sides with the cut sides of the garlic clove. Set aside.

Coat the grill grate lightly with cooking spray. Arrange the burgers on the grate directly over the heat and grill, turning once, until medium, 5 to 6 minutes per side. Brush the bread with the balsamic vinaigrette and spread each slice with one-quarter of the cheese. Top each with 3 basil leaves and 2 slices of tomato; brush with more of the vinaigrette; and top with a burger patty. Serve right away.


Serves 4