Italian-Style Gourmet Burger Recipe

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Ingredients:

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3 tomatoes, quartered
3 garlic cloves, thinly sliced
10 fresh thyme sprigs
2 tbsp olive oil
salt
fresh ground black pepper
2 tbsp olive oil
8 slices prosciutto
3 large shallots, finely diced (about 1 cup)
salt
fresh ground black pepper
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 1/4 lbs freshly ground beef chuck ( preferably prime grade)
2 tbsp finely chopped fresh italian parsley
2 tsp dijon mustard
1 tsp worcestershire sauce
1/2 tsp salt
1/4 tsp fresh ground black pepper
crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
1 large egg, beaten to blend
4 (3 1/2 inch) squares ciabatta , halved horizontally
2 tbsp butter, room temperature
4 oz fontina cheese, thinly sliced
8 romaine lettuce leaves
1/2 cup ketchup
1 tbsp dijon mustard
1 tbsp sherry wine vinegar
1 tbsp worcestershire sauce
1 tbsp finely chopped fresh chives
2 tsp finely chopped fresh tarragon ( we left it out , personal preference)
2 pinches crushed red pepper flakes ( less if you choose , you can always add more, for that extra zing!)
3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil

Directions:

PREPARE THE ROASTED TOMATOES:.
Position the rack in the center of the oven and preheat the oven to 500°F
Place the tomatoes on a baking sheet.
Arrange the garlic slices on top of the tomatoes and scatter the thyme sprigs over the tomatoes.
Drizzle with the oil and sprinkle with salt and pepper.
Roast until the tomatoes are tender and golden brown on the bottom, about 20 minutes; set aside.
PREPARE THE BURGERS:.
Heat 1 tablespoon of oil in a heavy large sauté pan over medium heat.
Working in batches, lay the prosciutto slices in the pan and cook over medium heat until crisp and golden, about 2 minutes per side.
Transfer the crisped prosciutto to a paper towel-lined plate.
Heat the remaining 1 tablespoon of oil in a heavy small sauté pan over medium heat.
Add the shallots.
Sprinkle with salt and pepper and sauté until tender, about 2 minutes.
Stir in the minced garlic.
Remove from the heat and cool completely.
Gently mix the cooled sautéed shallots and garlic with the ground beef, parsley, mustard, Worcestershire sauce, crushed red pepper flakes (if using) 1/2 teaspoon of salt, and 1/4 teaspoon of pepper in a large bowl until well blended.
Mix in the egg.
Divide the beef mixture into 4 equal mounds.
Using a 4-inch ring mold, shape each mound into a patty (optional) can shape them by hand.
Preheat a grill pan or prepare a barbecue for medium-high heat.
Brush the cut sides of the ciabatta with butter.
Grill the ciabatta, cut side down, until lightly toasted, about 2 minutes.
Place the ciabatta on a plate and cover to keep warm.
Grill the patties until brown on the bottom, about 3 minutes.
Turn the patties over.
Top the patties with the roasted tomatoes and then with the cheese.
Continue to grill until the patties are cooked to medium-rare doneness, about 3 minutes longer.
MAKE THE GOURMET KETCHUP:.
Whisk the ketchup, mustard, vinegar, Worcestershire sauce, chives, red pepper flakes (optional) & tarragon in a large bowl to blend.
Gradually whisk in the oil to blend wel &.set the sauce aside.
TO SERVE:.
Place the lettuce over the grilled ciabatta bottoms.
Set the patties on the lettuce.
Spoon some gourmet ketchup over the burgers.
Top with the crisped prosciutto.
Cover with the ciabatta tops.
Serve the remaining gourmet ketchup alongside.

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Nutrition Facts

Per Serving Per 100 g

Amount Per 1 Serving
Calories	1081.93 Kcal (4530 kJ)
Calories from fat	520.02 Kcal
		% Daily Value*
Total Fat	57.78g	89%
Cholesterol	183.95mg	61%
Sodium	1111.84mg	46%
Potassium	4362.64mg	93%
Total Carbs	82.51g	28%
Sugars	27.75g	111%
Dietary Fiber	31.65g	127%
Protein	59.62g	119%
Vitamin C	153.7mg	256%
Vitamin A	0.1mg	2%
Iron	17.7mg	99%
Calcium	682.5mg	68%

Amount Per 100 g
Calories	62.25 Kcal (261 kJ)
Calories from fat	29.92 Kcal
		% Daily Value*
Total Fat	3.32g	89%
Cholesterol	10.58mg	61%
Sodium	63.97mg	46%
Potassium	251mg	93%
Total Carbs	4.75g	28%
Sugars	1.6g	111%
Dietary Fiber	1.82g	127%
Protein	3.43g	119%
Vitamin C	8.8mg	256%
Iron	1mg	99%
Calcium	39.3mg	68%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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