Brie and Crispy Prosciutto Burgers

This burger recipe offers a delicious twist on the classic cheeseburger. Featuring juicy beef patties infused with garlic and onion, the burger is topped with creamy Brie cheese and crispy grilled prosciutto for a savory upgrade. Grilled onions add a touch of smoky sweetness, while arugula offers a peppery bite. Forget bacon—crispy prosciutto takes center stage here, adding crunch and flavor. With a spread of Dijon mustard and a toasted bun, this burger delivers a gourmet experience.

Pair this amazing burger with a medium-bodied Pinot Noir. It complements the rich flavors of brie and prosciutto, balancing the savory notes with its fruitiness.

Ingredients:

Burgers:

1½ lbs lean ground beef

1 slice crustless sandwich bread torn into small pieces

2 oz dry red wine

½ cup minced onions

2 garlic cloves, finely minced

Freshly ground black pepper,

Sea salt, to taste

Toppings:

½ Red onion, sliced

2 tsp olive oil

Sea salt and pepper, to taste

4 oz Brie cheese, sliced

12 slices of prosciutto

4 burger buns

¼ cup butter, room temperature

2 tsp dijon mustard

Arugula leaves

Instructions:

In a large bowl, mash the bread with wine and set aside for 5 minutes. Stir in onions, garlic, and pepper. Add the beef and gently mix. Shape into four patties (1½ cm thick). Chill in the fridge while you preheat the grill.

Heat the grill to high and grease the grates. Drizzle onion slices with olive oil, then season with salt and pepper. Season the burger patties with salt and grill alongside onions for 3-4 minutes per side until char marks appear. Add Brie on top of the burgers in the final minute and close the grill lid to melt the cheese. Let burgers rest for 5 minutes.

Grill the prosciutto for 3-5 minutes, flipping until crisp. If you prefer toasted buns, spread butter on them and toast on the grill.

Spread Dijon mustard on the bottom buns, add arugula, place the grilled onions, followed by the Brie-topped burgers and crispy prosciutto on top. Add the top buns and serve.

Enjoy!