Blue Cheeseburger Recipe
A juicy, perfectly seasoned beef patty topped with melted blue cheese, caramelized onions, and crispy bacon, served on a toasted brioche bun - Gordon Ramsay's signature Blue Cheeseburger delivers bold flavors and restaurant-quality results at home.
Ingredients
- 1 lb Ground Beef (preferably 80/20 mix)
- 1/2 cup Blue Cheese, crumbled
- 4 slices Manchego Cheese
- 4 tbsp. Fig Jam
- 1 cup Arugula
- 4 tbsp. Cider Vinegar Reduction (store-bought or homemade)
- 4 tbsp. Hot Mayo (mix mayonnaise with hot sauce to taste)
- 4 Hamburger Buns
- Salt and Pepper To taste
- Butter or Oil For grilling
Instructions
Prepare Patties:
- Divide the ground beef into 4 equal portions.
- Form each into a patty about ¾ inch thick.
- Season both sides with salt and Pepper.
Preheat Grill:
- Preheat your grill, grill pan, or skillet over medium-high heat.
- Lightly Oil the grill grates or pan.
Cook Burgers:
- Grill the patties for about 4 minutes per side for medium doneness.
Cheese Layering:
- When the burgers are almost done, place a slice of Manchego cheese on each patty, allowing it to melt slightly.
- Then, top each with a generous amount of crumbled blue cheese.
Prepare Buns:
- Lightly toast the hamburger buns on the grill or skillet.
Assemble Burgers:
- Spread hot Mayo on the bottom buns.
- Place the cheese-topped burger patties on top.
- Add a spoonful of figgy jam over the cheese.
- Lay a handful of arugula on each burger.
- Drizzle with cider vinegar reduction.
- Cap with the top bun.
Serve:
- Serve the Blue Cheeseburgers immediately, ideally with a side that complements their rich flavors, like sweet potato fries or a simple green salad.
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Notes
For the juiciest burger, make a small dimple in the center of each patty with your thumb before cooking - this prevents the burger from puffing up in the middle and ensures even cooking.