Description
This Garlic Parmesan Cheeseburger is juicy, flavorful, and smothered in a rich garlic butter sauce with melted Parmesan cheese. A decadent twist on the classic cheeseburger, it’s perfect for grilling season, weeknight indulgence, or impressing guests with next-level burger flavor.
Ingredients
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- For the burger patties:
- 1 lb ground beef (80/20 for juiciness)
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
- For the garlic Parmesan butter:
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tbsp chopped fresh parsley (optional)
- Pinch of salt
- Burger fixings:
- 4 brioche or hamburger buns, toasted
- 4 slices mozzarella or provolone cheese
- Lettuce, tomato, or sautéed onions (optional)
Instructions
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- Make the garlic Parmesan butter:
- In a small saucepan over low heat, melt butter.
- Add garlic and sauté for 1–2 minutes until fragrant (don’t brown it).
- Stir in Parmesan and parsley. Set aside.
- Form and cook patties:
- Mix ground beef with seasonings and Worcestershire. Form into 4 patties.
- Heat a skillet or grill over medium-high heat. Cook burgers 3–4 minutes per side or until desired doneness.
- During the last minute of cooking, add cheese slices to melt.
- Assemble the burgers:
- Toast buns and spread the cut sides with garlic Parmesan butter.
- Layer lettuce and tomato (if using), then add the burger patty.
- Spoon a little more garlic Parmesan butter on top before closing the bun.
Notes
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- Swap ground beef for ground turkey or chicken for a lighter option.
- Use Parmesan crisps for extra texture or mix Parmesan into the patty itself.
- Add crushed red pepper to the garlic butter for a spicy twist.
- Serve with garlic fries or Caesar salad for a perfect match.
- Details
Nutrition
- Calories: 620
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 39g
- Saturated Fat: 17g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 1g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 105mg
