Smoky Portabella Burger With Sun Dried Tomatoes And Basil Recipes

SMOKY PORTABELLA BURGER WITH SUN-DRIED TOMATOES AND BASIL

Steps:

• Remove mushroom stems and wipe down with a damp cloth.
• Place on heated grill with gill-side down and grill for 10 minutes.
• Flip and grill for an additional 10 minutes.
• Place sun-dried tomatoes on the gill-side of the mushroom.
• Top with cheese and let grill until cheese is melty, about 2-3 minutes.
• At the same time, toast hamburger buns on grill, flipping once. They should be done about the same time as the melting cheese.
• Place one mushroom on each bun and top with basil before enjoying!

GOURMET BURGERS WITH SUN-DRIED TOMATO

Steps:

• Drain tomatoes, reserving 1/3 cup oil; set aside. In a large skillet, saute sliced onions in 3 Tbsp. reserved oil until softened. Add vinegar. Reduce heat to medium-low; cook, stirring occasionally, until deep golden brown, 30-40 minutes., Meanwhile, chop sun-dried tomatoes and transfer to a large bowl. Add the red onion, seasonings and remaining 7 tsp. of the reserved oil. Crumble beef over mixture and mix lightly but thoroughly. Shape into 16 thin patties. Place 2 tablespoons goat cheese on the center of 8 patties. Top with remaining patties and press edges firmly to seal., Grill burgers, covered, over medium heat until a thermometer reads 160° and juices run clear, 5-7 minutes on each side., Place buns, cut side down, on grill until toasted, 1-2 minutes. Serve burgers on buns with onions and, if desired, mixed greens.

PORTABELLA BURGER MARINADE

Steps:

• Combine ingredients.
• Place a small amount in a glass bowl.
• Put mushroom in marinade cap side down.
• Pour marinade on the stem side of the mushroom.
• Marinade no longer than 5-10 minutes or mushroom will absorb too much of the marinade.
• Grill, charcoal until mushroom is heated through.
• Serve.