1999
Ground Beef Category Winner
Caesar Salad Beef Burgers on Garlic Crostini
Jason Boulanger, Vermont
Total Preparation and Cooking Time: 30 Minutes * Makes 4
servings
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1 1/2
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pounds ground chuck
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3
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cloves garlic, minced
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1
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teaspoon salt
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1/2
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teaspoon pepper
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4
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Romaine lettuce leaves
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1/4
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cup freshly shaved or grated Parmesan cheese
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Garlic Crostini:
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8
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slices sourdough bread (about 4 x 3 x ½-inch)
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Extra virgin olive oil
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2
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large cloves garlic, cut lengthwise in quarters
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1. Combine ground beef, minced garlic, 1 teaspoon salt and ½ teaspoon pepper in
large bowl, mixing lightly but thoroughly. Lightly shape into four ¾-inch thick
patties, shaping to fit the bread slices.
2. Place patties on grid over medium, ash-covered coals. Grill, uncovered, 13 to
15 minutes to medium (160°F) doneness, until not pink in center and juices show
no pink color, turning occasionally. Season with salt and pepper, as desired.
3. Meanwhile brush both sides of bread slices lightly with oil. Place bread
around outer edge of grid. Grill a few minutes until lightly toasted, turning
once. Remove bread slices from grid. Rub both sides of each slice with a garlic
quarter.
4. Place one lettuce leaf on four of the bread slices; top each with a burger.
Sprinkle evenly with cheese; cover with remaining bread slices. Cut burgers in
half, if desired; arrange on lettuce-lined platter, if desired.
Cook's Tip: Use a vegetable peeler to quickly shave Parmesan
cheese.