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October Festival Pretzel Bun Beer Cheese Burger Recipe

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  • Author: Emma
  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Description

A delicious and hearty October Festival Pretzel Bun Beer Cheese Burger combines juicy grilled beef patties topped with creamy German-style beer cheese, crispy turkey bacon, and sweet caramelized onions. Served on soft pretzel buns with fresh arugula and whole grain mustard, this burger offers a perfect balance of savory, tangy, and rich flavors, ideal for cozy fall gatherings or game day.

Ingredients

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Beef Patties

  • 1 lb ground beef (80/20 blend)
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • 1 cup German-style beer cheese

Bacon and Onions

  • 4 slices thick-cut turkey bacon
  • 1 medium onion, thinly sliced
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil or butter (for sautéing onions)

Burger Assembly

  • 4 pretzel buns
  • 1 tablespoon whole grain mustard
  • 1 cup fresh arugula

Instructions

  1. Preheat the Cooking Surface: Preheat your grill or skillet to medium-high heat to ensure a perfect sear on the beef patties and proper toasting of the buns.
  2. Form Patties and Season: Gently shape the ground beef into 4 equal-sized patties. Season each patty evenly with salt and pepper to enhance flavor.
  3. Cook Turkey Bacon: In a skillet, cook the turkey bacon slices over medium heat until they are crispy. Once done, transfer them to a plate lined with paper towels to drain excess fat.
  4. Caramelize Onions: Using the same skillet, add olive oil or butter and sauté the thinly sliced onions over medium heat for 10-15 minutes until they become soft, golden, and caramelized, releasing their natural sweetness.
  5. Grill Beef Patties with Beer Cheese: Place the beef patties on the preheated grill or skillet. Cook for about 4-5 minutes on each side until they reach desired doneness. In the last minute of cooking, top each patty with a generous spoonful of German-style beer cheese and allow it to melt over the meat.
  6. Toast Pretzel Buns: Toast the pretzel buns on the grill or in the skillet until they turn golden brown and slightly crispy, enhancing their flavor and texture.
  7. Assemble the Burgers: Spread whole grain mustard on the bottom half of each pretzel bun. Layer with a melted beer cheese-topped beef patty, followed by crispy turkey bacon, caramelized onions, and fresh arugula. Cover with the top half of the bun.
  8. Serve: Serve the burgers immediately while hot to enjoy the melty cheese and fresh ingredients at their best.

Notes

  • For juicier patties, avoid pressing down on the burgers while cooking.
  • Use turkey bacon for a leaner option without sacrificing flavor.
  • Caramelizing onions can be done in advance to save time.
  • If you don’t have pretzel buns, soft brioche buns make a good substitute.
  • Adjust cooking time based on preferred doneness for the beef patties.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 35 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Grilling
  • Cuisine: American

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