Description
Mouthwatering beef hamburgers flavored with homemade pesto and topped with mozzarella & tomatoes.
Ingredients
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- 2 cups basil leaves
- 1/4 cup salted roasted almonds
- 1 garlic clove
- 1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil, plus more for brushing
- 1/4 cup grated Pecorino-Romano cheese
- salt & freshly ground pepper
- 2 lbs ground beef
- 8 oz fresh mozzarella, cut into 6 slices
- 6 hamburger buns, split
- 2 tomatoes, sliced
Instructions
- In a food processor, combine the basil, almonds, and garlic, pulsing until the almonds are finely chopped. Add the olive oil and process until a paste. Add the grated cheese and pulse to combine. Season with salt and pepper. Set pesto aside (Can be refrigerated for up to 3 days. Bring to room temperature before using).
- Transfer 1/4 cup of pesto to the bowl. Add the ground beef and a pinch of salt and gently knead to blend. Form the mixture into 6 patties, about 3/4-inches thick. Brush the patties lightly with olive oil.
- Preheat the grill and oil the grates. Grill the burgers over moderate high heat for 3 minutes. Flip the burgers and top with mozzarella. Cover and cook until cheese is melted and burgers are cooked as you desire.
- Grill the buns until lightly toasted, then spread remaining pesto on the bottoms. Top with burgers, tomatoes, and additional pesto. Serve immediately.
Notes
from Food & Wine August 2012
- Prep Time: 20 mins
- Cook Time: 10 mins