Ingredients
- 2 lbs ground beef
- 1 tbl dijon mustard
- 3 tbl olive oil
- 4 sandwich-size english muffins , halved
- mayonnaise
- caramelized onions
caramelized onions:
- 2 tbl good olive oil
- 2 tbl unsalted butter
- 3 onions , sliced thin
- 1/2 tsp thyme
- 2 tbl white wine vinegar
- Salt & pepper
Instructions
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Pre-heat grill.
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place the ground beef in a large bowl and add the mustard, olive oil, salt, and pepper.
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mix gently with a fork to combine
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shape the meat into 4 patties of equal size and thickness.
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place the burgers on the grill and cook for 4 minutes.
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turn the burgers and cook for another 3 to 4 minutes, until medium-rare
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Top with cheese if you desire
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break apart the english muffins and toast the halves cut side down on the grill.
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spread each half with mayonnaise and top with a burger and then with a heaping tablespoon of caramelized onions.
caramelized onions:
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heat the olive oil and butter in a large shallow pot, add the onions and thyme, and toss with the oil.
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place the lid on top and cook over medium-low heat for about 10 minutes to sweat the onions.
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remove the lid and continue to cook over medium-low heat, stirring occasionally, for 25 minutes, until the onions are caramelized and golden brown.
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add the vinegar, salt, and pepper and cook for 2 more minutes, scraping the brown bits from the pan.
