Ok, let’s first talk about this cheese. Because it really does deserve some attention. I love blue cheese. And I’ve had my fair share of it. But I tend to find myself crossing my fingers when I try a new brand, not knowing how strong or how good it will be. Well, the folks at Ile de France haven’t let me down yet, and this time was no exception. I do believe this is the best blue cheese I have ever had. So good that I kept finding myself eating little bites of it as I prepared these burgers. Although it has a strong taste like most blue cheeses, it is super creamy and smooth. SO DELICIOUS!! If you are a blue cheese fan, this is definitely one you want to try.
Onto the burgers – this is a recipe I’ve wanted to try for a long time – ever since I got my copy of Barefoot Contessa at Home. There is something simple yet alluring about this burger. No bells and whistles. Just pure, simple flavor. I did doubt them for a minute when I had them on the grill. Because of the egg yolks, the patties were not really firm, and I was afraid they would fall apart on the grill. But they came out perfectly. This is one burger – especially combined with this cheese – that I will make over and over again!
Blue Cheese Burgers
adapted from Barefoot Contessa at Home
makes 4 burgers
1 pound ground chuck
1/2 pound ground sirloin
2 tablespoons steak sauce
3 large egg yolks
3/4 teaspoon kosher salt
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground pepper
4 hamburger buns
4 ounces blue cheese
lettuce, for serving
tomatoes, for serving
In a large bowl, carefully combine the meats, steak sauce, egg yolks, salt and pepper. Be careful not to overwork the meat. Lightly form hamburger patties and press lightly into shape.
Prepare a grill and cook the hamburgers for 4 minutes on one side, turn and cook for 3 minutes on the other side for medium-rare. Remove to a plate and cover with aluminum foil. Allow the patties to rest for 5 minutes. In the meantime, grill the buns until toasted. Place a hamburger and slice of blue cheese on each bun, plus lettuce and tomato. Serve hot.
That looks so scrumptious! St. agur is so delicious!
Cheers,
Rosa
Beef and blue cheese are just a match made in heaven, aern't they? I made a steak and blue cheese sandwich a while ago and I've been craving for more of this combo – this looks great Deborah!
I haven't tried st. agur yet, but I bet it's delicious. Looks like one delicious burger!
I make this too, LOVE LOVE blue cheese!
oh heavens, that burger! wow. been a long time since I've made cheesy burgers. this really looks good Deb.
I saw the recipe in her book but have not tried it. I have never had St. Augur blue cheese- so I will look for it and then make her recipe. Haven't had a burger in ages!
I'm personally not a burger person but the kiddos enjoy them and actually eat thme with blue cheese on them all the time!
Thanks for the info on the blue cheese. We're BIG fans!
~ingrid
Wow. I sadly have to have a burger a week, it seems. This will be one to try for sure!
I love a good burger, and blue cheese is the perfect accompaniment!
Hands down this is my husband's fave burger and I love this recipe too. My mother used to always put egg in our hamburger and a hand full of crushed saltines to stabilize things. Worked every time. Now I'm starving, of course!
There is something downright addictive about blue cheese on burgers. I may be changing tonight's menu now, since your pic will be on my mind the rest of the day. 🙂
Can't go wrong with a classic burger, this is always a welcome meal in my home :).