Gouda Stuffed Burgers with Horseradish Aioli and Caramelized Onions - Gouda Stuffed Burgers with Horseradish Aioli and Caramelized Onions are the perfect burger to transition dinner time from summer favorites to hearty, fall family meals.
Gouda Stuffed Burgers with Horseradish Aioli and Caramelized Onions
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup Mayonnaise
- 1 teaspoon finely minced Fresh Garlic
- 1 tablespoon Prepared Horseradish
- 1 teaspoon finely chopped Fresh Parsley
- 1/4 teaspoon Lemon Juice
- 1 1/2 teaspoons Salted Butter
- 1 1/2 teaspoons Olive Oil
- 1 extra large Red Onion
- 1/8 teaspoon Kosher Salt
- 2 lbs Ground Beef
- 2 tablespoons Worcestershire Sauce
- 1 teaspoon Salt, plus extra to taste
- 3/4 teaspoon Black Pepper, plus extra to taste
- 1/2 teaspoon Garlic Powder
- 4 1/2 ounces Gouda Cheese, grated
- 6 Hamburger Buns
- 3 ounces Baby Arugula
- Prepared Caramelized Onions
- Prepared Horseradish Aioli
Instructions
- Combine all of the ingredients, mix well. Store covered in the refrigerator and chill while you prepare the rest of the burger components.
- In a heavy bottom cast iron pan, melt the butter with the olive oil over medium heat.
- Remove the peel from the onion. Cut it in half from end to end, and then slice the onion into 1/4 inch wedges.
- Add the onions, sprinkle with 1/8 teaspoon salt and saute for about 10 minutes over medium heat. Then, reduce to medium-low and continue to cook for 20-40 minutes, or until they tender and golden, stirring the onion every 5 - 7 minutes.
- Remove from heat and set aside.
- Preheat the grill to high heat.
- In a large bowl, combine the beef, Worcestershire Sauce, salt, pepper, and garlic powder. Using your hands or a sturdy mixing spoon, break up the meat and work the seasonings into it.
- After the meat and seasonings have been evenly distributed, divide the meat into 12 patties each weighing 1/6 of a pound - a kitchen scale covered with plastic wrap (to keep it clean) is useful to ensure evenly sized patties.
- In the center of each of the 6 patties, place 3/4 ounce of the shredded gouda cheese. With the remaining 6 patties, layer them on top of the cheese covered patties, and press at the edges to seal the two halves together and seal the cheese inside. Sprinkle the top and bottom of each burger patty with additional salt and pepper, if desired.
- Place the burgers on the grill, cooking for 3 minutes. Flip the burgers to the other side and continue cooking for an additional 2 - 4 minutes, depending on how well done you like your burger.
- Remove the aioli from the refrigerator. Spread each half of the bun with aioli, according to your personal preferences. Place the cooked burger on the bottom half of the bun and top with baby arugula and caramelized onions, dividing it evenly between all the burgers. Place the top of the bun on top of the vegetables. Serve immediately!
