Mushroom Swiss Burgers
User Reviews
4.4
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Prep Time
10 mins
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Cook Time
15 mins
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Total Time
25 mins
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Servings
5 burgers
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Calories
596 kcal
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Course
Main Course, Dinner
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Cuisine
American
Mushroom Swiss Burgers
Description
This recipe prepares seasoned ground beef patties incorporating salt, black pepper, garlic and onion powders, rosemary, and optional red pepper flakes for subtle heat. The patties are cooked over medium-high heat to sear the exterior while retaining juiciness inside. Meanwhile, cremini mushrooms are sliced and sautéed briefly in olive oil with a pinch of salt to develop their natural umami.
Once the burgers are seared, the mushrooms are added on top, and slices of Swiss cheese cover them. The skillet is covered briefly to melt the cheese evenly. The burgers are served on soft buns—brioche recommended for added flavor—with optional spreads like mayonnaise, mustard, or ketchup, plus fresh toppings such as arugula, sliced onions, and tomatoes. This combination balances textures and flavors, offering a satisfying burger experience.
Tips include choosing lean ground beef for balance of flavor and fat, using dried spices for consistent seasoning, and avoiding overcooking to keep the burgers tender. Toasting buns enhances texture. The recipe accommodates variation in mushroom varieties and cheese quantity based on personal taste.
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 pounds ground beef ( lean or extra lean-your choice)
- 3/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper fresh cracked
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon rosemary leaves rubbed
- 1 tbsp red pepper flakes pinch (optional-but recommended)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 cup mushrooms cremini sliced
- 4 lices swiss cheese or more slices
- 4 Buns soft
- mayonnaise Choice of condiments: mustard, ketchup , ranch (or your choice)
- arugula Choice of toppings: sliced red onions,sliced tomatoes (or your choice)
Notes
- Choose lean ground beef as it balances fat for juicy burgers without excess grease.
- Use dried spices rather than fresh herbs in the patties to avoid texture issues.
- Shape patties uniformly for even cooking; a burger press can help.
- Toast brioche buns for enhanced crunch and flavor contrast.
- Saute mushrooms just until softened to retain texture and flavor.
- Cover skillet briefly after adding cheese to melt it evenly without overcooking burgers.
- Serve burgers immediately with preferred condiments and fresh toppings.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
4.4
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