Fontinella Cheese Burger

Elevate your burger game with the irresistible Fontinella Cheese Burger, a gourmet twist on the classic comfort food. Featuring perfectly seasoned 80/20 ground beef patties, this recipe highlights the rich, nutty flavor of melted Fontinella cheese atop each juicy burger. Nestled in buttery, golden-browned brioche buns, every bite is layered with textures and flavors—soft caramelized onions, crisp lettuce, and fresh tomato slices, all tied together with a creamy smear of mayonnaise. The secret to its next-level taste? A thumbprint indentation in the patties ensures even cooking, while the caramelized onions cook low and slow in a blend of butter and olive oil for maximum sweetness. Perfect for weekend barbecues or casual dinner nights, this gourmet cheeseburger is a crowd-pleaser that will keep everyone coming back for seconds.

Nutriscore Rating: 50/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 lb Ground beef (80/20 blend)
• 4 slices Fontinella cheese
• 4 pieces Brioche buns
• 1 tsp Salt
• 1 tsp Black pepper
• 1 tsp Garlic powder
• 1 piece Onion (medium-sized, thinly sliced)
• 2 tbsp Unsalted butter
• 1 tbsp Olive oil
• 4 pieces Lettuce leaves
• 1 piece Tomato (sliced)
• 4 tbsp Mayonnaise

Directions

Step 1

In a mixing bowl, combine the ground beef with salt, black pepper, and garlic powder. Mix gently to avoid overworking the meat.

Step 2

Divide the beef mixture into 4 equal portions and shape into patties about 1/2 inch thick. Press a light indentation in the center of each patty with your thumb to prevent puffing during cooking. Set aside.

Step 3

Heat a skillet over medium heat and add 1 tablespoon of unsalted butter and 1 tablespoon of olive oil. Once melted, add the sliced onions and cook, stirring occasionally, for 10-12 minutes until the onions are soft and golden brown. Remove from heat and set aside.

Step 4

Preheat a grill or grill pan over medium-high heat. Lightly oil the grill grates to prevent sticking. Place the beef patties on the grill and cook for about 3-4 minutes on each side, or until desired doneness is reached.

Step 5

During the last minute of cooking, place a slice of Fontinella cheese on each patty and cover with a lid to let the cheese melt.

Step 6

While the patties are cooking, toast the brioche buns on the grill until lightly golden and warm.

Step 7

To assemble the burgers, spread 1 tablespoon of mayonnaise on the bottom half of each toasted bun. Add a lettuce leaf and a slice of tomato. Place the grilled patty with melted Fontinella cheese on top, followed by a generous spoonful of caramelized onions.

Step 8

Top with the other half of the bun and serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1140.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3474.0

Total Fat 258.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 108.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.3g
Cholesterol 743.1mg	0%
Sodium 5020.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 152.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 7.6g	0%
Total Sugars 30.2g
Protein 135.1g	0%

Vitamin D 52.1IU	0%
Calcium 1088.8mg	0%
Iron 18.7mg	0%
Potassium 1838.8mg	0%

*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: 66.9%

Protein: 15.5%

Carbs: 17.5%