Method

In a large mixing bowl, gently combine all the ingredients except the cheese, using your hands.  Form into 4 patties, each 3/4 inch thick.

Lightly oil the grill or a skillet over medium-high heat and cook the burgers to the desired degree of doneness, at least medium, 4 to 6 minutes per side.

Serve it up wrapped like a burrito in warm flour tortillas

Top it off with caramelized onions and the cheese.

Caramelized Onions

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 large onions, very thinly sliced
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon coarsely ground black pepper
• 1/4 cup beef broth
• 1/2 cup barbecue sauce
• 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar

  Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.  Add the onions, salt, and pepper and cook, stirring often, until the onions are browned, 7 to 10 minutes.

Add the broth, barbecue sauce, and vinegar.  Reduce the heat to low and simmer until the sauce thickens, about 15 minutes.

Makes 4 burgers

Reprinted with permission from © Jane Murphy and Liz Yeh Singh, The Great Big Burger Book, published by The Harvard Common Press click for book review

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