We make this Angus Cheese Burger in the mountains outside of Denver. It's the perfect end to a day of hiking, biking or working outside (or frankly, a day of doing nothing, too). Make it with fresh ground Angus beef or elk meat, if your husband happens to hunt.
Kids keeping you from sitting at dinner time?
Do you know that scene from A Christmas Story where the mom is making dinner and is constantly asked for something else as soon as she sits down to eat? Ralphie is describing how his mother hasn’t had a hot dinner in years.
As a kid watching this movie I thought it was funny, but now as an adult with kids, it rings painfully true on so many levels.
When we are eating dinner and I am asked for what feels like the twentieth time for more milk, or more ketchup, or cleaning up spilled milk my mind often goes back to this scene. I used to relate to Ralphie or his little brother but all the sudden, now I find myself relating to the frazzled mother. How in the world did that happen?!?!
So, it's Date Night to the rescue!
A few years back we instituted a weekly date night at home, because going out to eat happens next to never for us.
We do have a few Date Night rules:
1. Kids must be in bed!
2. Dinner must be delicious! No cold leftovers.
This homemade Angus Cheese burger recipe is one of our favorite date night meals
This burger is AMAZING! We don’t eat it because it’s simple and cheap, we eat it because even as I am thinking about it my mouth is watering.
Usually I have substitutions you can make if you don’t have certain ingredients, that is not allowed here. Every part is essential.
amazing Angus Cheese Burger ingredients
Ciabatta Bun -Make sure to toast it for those crisp edges.
Chipotle Mayo - Can be found next to regular mayo in the store. Sir Kensington’s is our favorite but if looking for a more affordable option Just Mayo has a good one.
Bacon - Enough said.
Cambozola Cheese - It can be found in the specialty cheese section of your store. It’s not cheap but trust me it MAKES this burger. And this is date night, splurge a little! Also don’t skimp on this, you want a big fat slice melted on there.
Meat - We like to use elk because we have a whole deep freezer full of it, but if not, beef is king. Turkey burgers have their place in life but that place is not here.
Onions - Now make sure to caramelize those babies, it takes time but is oh so worth it.
You’re welcome. What’s that? You haven’t thanked me? Don’t worry, you will.
How to make the best Angus Cheese Burger
- Separate Angus ground beef into 4 equal-sized pieces for ¼ pound patties. Shape into patties and add a little salt and pepper. Set aside.
- Cook bacon — in the oven is easiest for clean-up. Line a baking sheet with foil, and lay slices on top. Place in 400°F oven for about 20 minutes or until it reaches desired crispness, drain on paper towel. Set aside.
- While bacon's in the oven, thinly slice yellow onions and caramelize on the stovetop. To caramelize onions, put them in a skillet on low heat and stir occasionally until onions turn a deep golden brown.
- Slice 4 thick slices of Cambazola cheese. Set aside.
- Cook patty's on the grill or on a griddle. About 2 minutes before patties are done, add slices of Cambazola cheese and allow to melt on the grill.
- Slice and toast ciabatta buns on a griddle or in the oven. Set aside.
- Assemble! Chipotle mayo on both buns, caramelized onions on bottom bun. Top with cheese covered patty, bacon and top bun. Enjoy!
How to Cook a burger like a pro
Prepare a gas or charcoal grill for medium-high heat, closing the lid while the grill is preheating. Be sure to clean the grill grates before adding the burgers to keep them from sticking.
Generously salt and pepper both sides of the burger patties. Place the burgers on the grill grates and cook, uncovered, for 3 to 5 minutes a side, depending on the desired level of doneness. If you’re adding cheese to make cheeseburgers, add the cheese in the last minute and cover the grill to help it melt. Read more at Taste of Home
A digital thermometer (my favorite is linked) is the best way to know the exact temperature of the burger. The USDA recommends cooking ground beef to an internal temperature of 160°F (well done). If you grind your own meat, you may be able to safely cook your burgers to medium-rare or medium temperatures.
Best Hamburger Side Dishes
Lemon Parmesan Baked Potato Wedges
Seasoned Fries and Blue Cheese Aioli
Fully Loaded Twice Baked Potatoes
Summer Salad with Poppy Seed Dressing
Bourbon Baked Beans with Brown Sugar and Bacon
Angus Cheese Burger
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground beef - or elk if you happen to have some
- 4 ciabatta rolls
- 4 thick-slices of bacon - cooked
- 1 large wedge of Cambazola cheese - usually found in the specialty cheese section
- 1 jar of chipotle mayonnaise - found next to regular mayo at the store
- 1 large yellow onion - caramelized
Instructions
- Separate ground beef into 4 equal-sized pieces for ¼ pound patties. Shape into patties and add a little salt, pepper and whatever other seasonings you like in your burger. Set aside.
- Cook bacon - in the oven is easiest for clean-up. Just line a baking sheet with foil, and lay slices on top. Place in 400 degree oven for about 20 minutes or until it reaches desired crispness, drain on paper towel. Set aside.
- While bacon's in the oven, thinly slice yellow onions and caramelize on the stovetop. To caramelize onions, put them in a skillet on low heat and stir occasionally until onions turn a deep golden brown.
- Slice 4 thick slices of Cambazola cheese. Set aside.
- Cook patty's on the grill or on a griddle. About 2 minutes before patties are done, add slices of Cambazola cheese and allow to melt.
- Slice and toast ciabatta buns on a griddle or in the oven. Set aside.
- Assemble! Chipotle mayo on both buns, caramelized onions on bottom bun. Top with cheese covered patty, bacon and top bun. Enjoy!
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