Rays Waffle Burger Recipes

RAY'S WAFFLE BURGER

Steps:

• For the burger: Preheat a waffle maker according to manufacturer's instructions.
• Mix beef and sausage together in a bowl until thoroughly combined. Divide mixture in half and roll into balls, then place on a flat surface or cutting board. Using your hands, gently shape and press the balls into rectangular patties about the size of an index card and about 3/4-inch thick. Roll the grated cheese into a ball and place in the center of one of the patties. Cover with the other patty. Crimp edges with your fingers to ensure that both patties are sealed and cheese does not ooze out when grilling.
• Preheat a grill or cast-iron pan to medium-high heat. On a plate or small dish, rub burger patty all over with 1 to 2 tablespoons coffee rub and place on grill. Using a steak weight, press burger and cook for 4 to 5 minutes. Remove weight, flip patty, and place weight back on burger. Cook until internal temperature registers 155 degrees F, another 4 to 5 minutes. Place patty on a plate or tray fitted with a rack and let rest while you prepare the waffle.
• Spray waffle iron with nonstick cooking spray. Pour batter onto hot waffle iron. Cook until golden brown.
• Cut waffle in half horizontally, and then cut off the ends of each half.
• Slather each side of waffle with maple aioli and place cooked patty on bottom half. Top with bacon slices and close with other waffle half. Enjoy, then take a nap!

RACHAEL RAYS ALL-AMERICAN MINI BURGERS WITH SPECIAL SAUCE

Steps:

• Pre-heat grill pan or outdoor grill to high. Mix meat and next dill pickle relish, steak sauce, grill seasoning and paprika. Divide meat in half and score each half into five pieces. Roll the meat into balls then squish it into small, thin patties, about three inches across (a total of 10 patties). To make a double batch or more, meat can be made into patties ahead of time and placed on cookie sheets to store up to 24 hours.
• Cook on the grill for about 2-3 minutes each side for medium doneness. These patties can also be baked on cookie sheets in pre-heated 400°F oven for 10-12 minutes.
• While burgers are cooking, make the Special Sauce: combine ranch dressing with ketchup and black pepper in a small bowl.
• Serve on dinner rolls with chopped lettuce, chopped onion and Special Sauce.
• Add additional toppings as desired.
• Additional Toppings (optional):.
• Sliced cheeses: cheddar, pepperoni cheddar, pepper Jack, swiss
• Sliced tomatoes
• Yellow mustard
• Mayonnaise
• Blue cheese dressing
• Sweet red pepper relish.