Black and Blue Burgers

Sink your teeth into the bold flavors of Black and Blue Burgers, a gourmet twist on the classic burger that’s perfect for indulgent summer cookouts or weeknight dinners. These juicy beef patties are seasoned with a kick of Cajun spice, grilled to perfection, and crowned with tangy, melted blue cheese for a mouthwatering balance of smoky heat and rich creaminess. Nestled on buttery toasted brioche buns, each burger is layered with crisp baby arugula, thinly sliced red onions, and a zesty homemade horseradish mayo for an extra punch of flavor. Quick to prepare and endlessly satisfying, these burgers are sure to impress any crowd while delivering restaurant-quality taste right from your own kitchen.

Nutriscore Rating: 57/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 pound ground beef (80/20 blend recommended)
• 1.5 tablespoons Cajun seasoning
• 0.5 cup crumbled blue cheese
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
• 4 pieces brioche burger buns
• 2 tablespoons butter
• 0.5 cup red onion (thinly sliced)
• 1 cup baby arugula
• 0.25 cup mayonnaise
• 1 teaspoon horseradish

Directions

Step 1

In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground beef, Cajun seasoning, salt, and black pepper. Mix gently with your hands until evenly combined, being careful not to overwork the meat.

Step 2

Divide the seasoned beef into 4 equal portions and shape them into burger patties, about ¾ inch thick. Make a slight indentation in the center of each patty with your thumb to ensure even cooking.

Step 3

Preheat a grill or grill pan over medium-high heat. While the grill heats, prepare the buns by spreading butter on the cut sides of each brioche bun.

Step 4

Place the burger patties on the preheated grill. Cook for 3-4 minutes per side for medium doneness, or longer if desired. During the last 2 minutes of cooking, add an equal portion of crumbled blue cheese to each patty to allow it to melt.

Step 5

Meanwhile, toast the buttered side of the brioche buns on the grill until golden brown, about 1-2 minutes. Remove from heat and set aside.

Step 6

In a small bowl, mix the mayonnaise and horseradish to create a tangy spread.

Step 7

Assemble the Black and Blue Burgers: Spread the horseradish mayo on the bottom half of each toasted bun. Add a small handful of baby arugula, followed by the cooked burger patty with melted blue cheese. Top with a few slices of red onion, then place the top bun on each burger.

Step 8

Serve immediately with your favorite sides, like fries or a crisp salad.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1008.8 grams (1008.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2736

Total Fat 185.00g	237%
Saturated Fat 66.80g	334%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.00g
Cholesterol 543mg	181%
Sodium 3868mg	168%
Total Carbohydrate 147.00g	53%
Dietary Fiber 6.80g	24%
Total Sugars 28.20g
Protein 115.20g	230%

Vitamin D 37IU	183%
Calcium 593mg	46%
Iron 16mg	89%
Potassium 1823mg	39%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 61.4%

Protein: 17.0%

Carbs: 21.7%