Beef Blueberry Flax Burgers Food

BEEF, BLUEBERRY & FLAX BURGERS

Steps:

• Combine blueberries, mustard, vinegar, 1/2 teaspoon garlic and Worcestershire in food processor bowl. Pulse on and off until slightly chunky; reserve 1/2 cup of blueberry mixture for topping. Combine remaining blueberry mixture, ground beef, remaining 2 teaspoons garlic, flax, salt and pepper in medium bowl, mixing lightly but thoroughly. Lightly shape into four 1/2-inch thick patties.
• Heat large nonstick skillet over medium heat until hot. Place patties in skillet; cook 10 to 12 minutes or until instant-read thermometer inserted horizontally into center registers 160°F, turning occasionally.
• Serve burgers on a bed of mixed greens; top with reserved blueberry sauce and cheese.

BLUEBERRY BACON BLUE CHEESE BURGER AU POIVRE

Steps:

• Divide the beef into 6 loosely packed 1/2-inch-thick patties about 4 1/2 inches in diameter. Set aside.
• Combine the blueberries, sugar, lemon juice and a pinch of salt in a medium saucepan. Bring to a boil over high heat. In the meantime, stir together the cornstarch and water in a medium bowl. When the blueberry mixture comes to a boil, slowly drizzle in the cornstarch slurry and cook until the blueberry mixture slightly thickens to the consistency of pancake syrup. Set aside to cool to room temperature.
• Place the coarse pepper on a rimmed baking sheet. Sprinkle the burger patties liberally with salt and place one by one in the coarse pepper to coat generously, pushing firmly on each side.
• Cook the burgers in a hot cast-iron pan with a little oil to get them started. Cook 4 minutes on one side, and then flip and cook 3 minutes on the other side to medium-rare. Remove to a warm plate covered with foil to rest while cooking the remaining burgers.
• Meanwhile, cut and toast the buns cut-side down in a separate pan with a touch of oil for extra crunch. Spread the toasted buns liberally with the basil aioli. Place a burger on the bottom bun, followed by some blue cheese, a few spoonfuls of blueberry sauce, 2 slices bacon, a slice of red onion and a big pinch of arugula. Repeat with the remaining burgers.
• Blend the basil, lemon juice, garlic and oil to make a smooth puree in a blender. Mix it with your favorite mayonnaise (2 parts mayonnaise to 1 part basil puree).

BUFFALO BEEF BURGERS

Steps:

• In a small bowl, beat butter and brown sugar until light and fluffy. Add mayonnaise and hot sauce; beat until smooth. Set aside., Crumble beef into a large bowl; sprinkle with salt and pepper and mix well. Shape into 6 patties., Grill burgers, covered, over medium heat for 5-7 minutes on each side or until a thermometer reads 160° and juices run clear. , Place on rolls. Top each with 2 tablespoons Buffalo mayonnaise and 1 tablespoon each of celery and cheese.

JAN'S BLUEBERRY AND FLAX BURGERS (PALEO)

Steps:

• Place blueberries in a food processor; pulse until finely chopped but not pureed. Mix blueberries, ground beef, flax meal, salt, and pepper together in a bowl; form into 12 burger patties. Freeze until patties are firm, about 10 minutes.
• Preheat an outdoor grill for medium-high heat and lightly oil the grate.
• Cook burgers on preheated grill until no longer pink in the center and the juices run clear, 3 to 5 minutes per side. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read at least 165 degrees F (74 degrees C).

VEGGIE FLAX BURGERS

Steps:

• Put the artichoke hearts, garlic, green onions, parsley, garbanzo beans, kidney beans, ground flaxseed, tahini, and black pepper in a food processor; pulse about eight times, until blended. Now scrape down the sides and pulse another six times. Don't overprocess! Move to a bowl and gently stir in cooked rice.
• Divide the mixture into four portions and form into patties about 1/2" thick.
• Heat a larage nonstick frying pan over medium heat and coat with cooking spray. Fry the burgers until the bottoms are brown, about 5 minutes. Spray the tops of the burgers with the cooking spray and turn over. Cook until brown, about 5 minutes more. Serve on buns, if desired. Enjoy!

BLUEBERRY-BEEF BURGERS

Steps:

• Place bread in a food processor and pulse into fine crumbs; transfer to a big bowl.
• Add blueberries, vinegar, mustard, Worcestershire sauce, garlic, salt and pepper to the food processor; process until pureed.
• Scrape into the bowl with the breadcrumbs.
• Add the ground beef and mix well with a potato masher.
• Divide the mixture into four equal portions; form into 1/2-inch thick patties, about 4 inches in diameter.
• Preheat broiler or heat an indoor or outdoor grill to med-high (if using broiler, coat a broiler pan with cooking spray; if using a grill, oil the grill rack).
• Cook patties until browned and no longer pink in the center, 4-5 minutes per side.
• An instant-read thermometer inserted in the center should read 160°.
• Serve immediately with or without rolls and toppings.