Posts tagged ‘burger’

July 9th, 2012

Peach & Balsamic Burgers with Goat Cheese Basil Spread

by Lauren

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Chrissy and I made 5 very different dishes between 9 a.m. and 1 p.m. on Saturday morning. I think I threw my hip out from cooking, standing, washing dishes and taste testing. Forget the week of excruciating yoga, cooking had to be the cause.

So what exactly did we make for 4 hours straight?

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If you follow us on Facebook, you probably saw our Saturday morning breakfast…eggs in an avocado purgatory.

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Homemade buttermilk onion rings.

Cherry Balsamic Scones

Fresh guac.

AND Peach Basil Margaritas…stay tuned!

This is a dessert created by my mother. I just had to share. Chocolate mouse and hazelnut cookie mini parfait.

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Back to today’s special though.

Whenever we need burgers for dinner, we venture to Chris’s house where the charcoal grill is located. Yes, occasionally we just HAVE to have a burger. It’s never a classic burger but it’s always tasty.

Between the Teriyaki Glazed Pineapple and Pancetta Burger, Mediterranean Burger, and Southwest Turkey Burger, we have quite the collection of grill worthy concoctions in the LYK.

The pictures don’t usually do the recipe justice when we cook at Chris’s because we have no props, an iPhone, and limited lighting but by golly, we just had to post about this burger!

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It was so juicy, sweet and creamy! Did you ever think that combination of words would describe a burger?

Welp, it does. And that arugula, it’s a must. It gives this burger just the right savory touch with a peppery crunch.

Despite my love of obsession with ketchup, you will not need it on this burger (or mayo and mustard!). The pungent goat cheese is the perfect saucy condiment! That’s a promise.

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Peach and Balsamic Burgers with Goat Cheese Basil Spread

Ingredients

4 whole wheat buns

1 lb. 80/20 beef

1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar

2 teaspoons steak or grill seasoning

4 oz. goat cheese

1/3 cup basil, cut into ribbons

2 cups arugula

1 large peach, 1/4 inch slices

1/4 cup balsamic glaze or reduced balsamic vinegar

Direction

Thoroughly combine beef, balsamic vinegar and grill seasoning in a large bowl. Divide into four equal patties and lightly press your thumb into the middle of each one to prevent swelling. Grill over medium heat for 3-4 minutes and then flip over. Brush the top of each burger with balsamic glaze and grill for 3-4 more minutes, until desired doneness.

Mash the basil and goat cheese together and spread evenly onto each bun. Top with burger patty, peach slices and arugula.

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From the Little Yellow Kitchen,

Lauren

May 24th, 2012

Things you need for Memorial Day

by Lauren

This will be the first Memorial Day that I can remember where rain is in the forecast for San Diego. SO sad. I plan to have a few cocktails and a burger either way.

Did we mention that we are moving this weekend? Yep. It’s literally to an apartment next door but a move none the less. When Memorial Day hits on Monday we will be oh, so happy for a break…and as usual good food!

First things first, you’ll need a beverage. How about a…

Fruity White Sangria

Next, a light and refreshing salad that you must enjoy poolside.

Arugula, Watermelon and Feta Salad

Sunny Citrus Shrimp and Avocado Salad

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You’ve got to fire up that BBQ…or crock pot…or oven.

BBQ Pulled Chicken Sandwich (One Pot Wonder)

Oven Roasted BBQ Ribs

Adobo Flank Steak with Sweet Corn and Tomato Relish

Is corn on the cob not a must at every BBQ? Well, I think it is and you’ll love this one.

Cilantro Lime Corn on the Cob

Tacos are a super simple option to feed a crowd and these will do the body good.

Chile Spiced Shrimp Tacos with Mango Avocado Salsa

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Now, if you are more of a burger person when it comes to grillin’, it’s your lucky day because the LYK has quite a few options for you.

Mediterranean Burgers

Teriyaki Glazed Pineapple and Pancetta Burgers

Southwest Turkey Burgers

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You didn’t think I would forget the most important course did you? Dessert…of course.

Lemon Cheesecake Stuffed Strawberries

Maybe something red, white and blue?!

Lemon Curd Trifle with Fresh Berries

Some of our favorite foodies have come up with superb recipes that your Memorial Day cookout just wouldn’t be the same without:

Raspberry Mint Iced Tea by Liz

Beer Marinated Grilled Chicken by Heather

Crock Pot Ribs by Jenna

Buffalo Chicken Burgers by Carrie

Homemade Corndogs by Krissy (Baby on board! Congrats girl!)

Strawberry Tartlets by Julia

Whole Grain Chocolate Chip Cookie Cake Caroline

Strawberry Crisps by Cassie

Rhubard and Basil Gallette by Kathryn (SO unique!)

Happy Memorial Day Weekend - Eat Well!

 

April 23rd, 2012

Southwest Turkey Burgers

by Lauren

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Clearly, somebody we know got a new BBQ. He is slightly obsessed and wants to BBQ ev.ry.thing.

We’ve agreed on burgers lately despite some of his odd ideas for foods that can be grilled…

His morning cereal or fried egg just don’t seem to come out as tasty when put over coals.

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He has some strange ideas when it comes to food. Some work and others deserve the eye roll that ensues following the idea.

To top things off, I really don’t like to keep things simple. I can’t simply have “a burger”.

I have to add lots of stuff in order for eating something as large as these burgers to be worth my while.

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The Pineapple & Pancetta Burger for one. I was really determined to complicate things but my, oh my. That one sure worked out in our favor.

Welp, so did this one! Chris often inspires things in the LYK and I’ll have to give him some credit for this one.

If it wasn’t for his newest investment obsession with the new grill, they never would have come to be!

Be sure you serve these with some spicy sweet potato fries.

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Slightly spicy with a dash of sweet corn then topped off with that zesty guac – they sure are Southwestern delight.

 

Southwest Turkey Burgers

Ingredients

1 lb. ground turkey

4 slices pepper jack cheese

1/2 cup frozen corn, roasted

1/3 cup black beans

1 Anaheim chile, roasted (or 1/2 of a can of green chiles)

1/4 cup cilantro, chopped

1 tablespoon cumin

2 teaspoons garlic powder

2 teaspoons lime zest

1 tablespoon hot sauce (preferably chipotle!)

1 teaspoon salt

1 teaspoon pepper

For toppings: 1 cup prepared guacamole, tomato, lettuce, extra hot sauce

Directions

Thoroughly combine all the burger ingredients with your hands and divide into four sections. Divide into four equal patties and lightly press your thumb into the middle of each (this prevents them from swelling so large that you can’t fit your mouth around them).

Grill for 5-6 minutes on each side, topping with the cheese 2 minutes before they are done. Serve on a hamburger bun slathered with guacamole. Top with tomato and lettuce then dip into extra hot sauce with each bite if you so desire.

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From the Little Yellow Kitchen,

Lauren

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