Cheese Waterfall Double Burger

Indulge in the ultimate comfort food: a towering double cheeseburger topped with a decadent, silky homemade cheese sauce waterfall.

Ingredients

• 400 g ground beef
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 1 tsp salt
• 0.5 tsp black pepper
• 2 burger buns
• 1 red onion
• 1 red tomato
• 2 leaves lettuce
• 30 g butter
• 50 ml milk
• 50 ml heavy cream
• 1 tsp sugar
• 100 g cheddar cheese
• 100 g mozzarella cheese
• to taste creamy burger sauce

Instructions

1. 1Slice the fresh tomato

   

   Wash the fresh red tomato thoroughly and place it on a clean wooden cutting board. Using a sharp knife, carefully cut the tomato into thick, even rounds. These juicy slices will add a refreshing brightness to balance the rich, heavy flavors of the burger.

   Tip: A serrated knife is often the best tool for slicing tomatoes, as it cuts through the skin without crushing the soft interior.
2. 2Prepare the red onion

   

   Peel the red onion and place it securely on your cutting board. Carefully slice it into thin, even rings. The crisp texture and sharp, mildly sweet bite of raw red onion will help cut through the richness of the beef and the upcoming cheese sauce.

   Tip: If the raw onion flavor is too pungent for your taste, soak the slices in ice water for about ten minutes, then pat them dry before serving.
3. 3Shape the beef patties

   

   Take fresh ground beef and shape it into thick, round patties by hand. You can make them as thick as you like to ensure a juicy and substantial burger.

   Tip: Handle the meat gently to keep the patty tender; overworking it can lead to a tough texture.
4. 4Season and prep the patties

   

   Place your shaped patties on a board and season them well with salt and black pepper. Drizzle a bit of olive oil over the top to help with the searing process.

   Tip: Seasoning just before cooking ensures the salt doesnt draw out too much moisture from the meat prematurely.
5. 5Sear the burger patty

   

   Heat a frying pan over medium-high heat without adding any extra cooking oil, as the ground beef will release its own fat. Carefully place the thick, seasoned raw beef patty directly into the hot, dry pan. Let it sear undisturbed to begin developing a flavorful, caramelized crust.

   Tip: Avoid the temptation to press down on the patty with your spatula while it cooks; doing so squeezes out all the delicious, natural juices.
6. 6Flip and finish cooking

   

   Once the bottom of the patty has developed a deep, dark brown crust, use a wooden spatula to carefully flip it over. Continue to pan-fry the other side until the burger is completely well-done. Since this is ground beef and not a solid steak, it must be fully cooked through for safety.

   Tip: Use a wide, sturdy spatula to ensure the thick patty stays fully intact when you flip it.
7. 7Melt cheese on the patty

   

   Once the burger patty is fully cooked and seared, place a slice of yellow cheese directly onto the hot meat. Allow it to sit briefly in the pan until it begins to soften and melt.

   Tip: Cover the pan with a lid for a few seconds to help the cheese melt evenly across the patty.
8. 8Toast the buns

   

   In a clean pan, toast the cut sides of your burger buns until they are golden brown and crisp. This adds texture and prevents the bun from getting soggy when you add the burger and sauce.

   Tip: Toast on medium-low heat to get an even golden color without burning the edges.
9. 9Start the cheese sauce

   

   In a small saucepan, melt some butter over low heat. Once melted, add the milk and heavy cream to the pot to create the base for your cheese sauce.

   Tip: Keep the heat low to prevent the milk and cream from curdling as they combine with the butter.
10. 10Complete the cheese sauce

    

    Add a generous amount of shredded cheddar and mozzarella cheese into the warm milk and butter mixture. Stir continuously over low heat until the cheese melts completely into a smooth, flowing consistency.

    Tip: Use a whisk to incorporate the cheese for the smoothest possible sauce texture.
11. 11Finish the cheese sauce

    

    In a small pot combine butter milk heavy cream sugar cheddar and mozzarella cheese Heat over low heat while stirring constantly until the cheese melts into a smooth thick and stretchy sauce

    Tip: Keep the heat low to prevent the cheese from separating or burning at the bottom of the pot
12. 12Mix the burger sauce

    

    In a clear glass container, combine your ingredients to create a smooth, creamy burger sauce. Stir until the mixture is uniform in color and texture.

    Tip: Ensure your sauce ingredients are well-incorporated for a consistent flavor in every bite.
13. 13Assemble the base

    

    Take the bottom half of your toasted burger bun and spread a generous layer of the prepared burger sauce over it. Use chopsticks to neatly arrange the cooked red onions on top of the sauce.

    Tip: Toasting the bun first creates a barrier that prevents the sauce from making the bread soggy.
14. 14Assemble the burger layers

    

    Build your burger by layering the prepared patties, fresh lettuce, and tomato slices. Finally, place the top bun over the stack to complete the assembly.

    Tip: Layering the lettuce underneath the hot beef patties can help prevent it from wilting too quickly.

Storage & Reheating

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