Part of camping is making food with friends and family and enjoying the meal around the campfire. We will help provide you with all sorts of recipes that you can try out! Burgers are a classic camping meal to make but this one is a little more creative. This apple cheddar burger recipe is from Fresh Off The Grid and looks delicious! Apple and cheddar? There is an old saying that goes, “Apple pie without cheese is like giving a kiss without the squeeze”. This works for burgers too, right? Give it a try and let us know what you think!
INGREDIENTS
FOR THE BURGERS
- 2 lbs ground beef, 85% lean
- 1 large apple
- 1 teaspoon salt
FOR THE ONIONS
- 1 large onion, thinly sliced
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
TO ASSEMBLE
- 6 hamburger buns
- 6 oz. sharp Vermont cheddar
- other condiments of choice
INSTRUCTIONS
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CARAMELIZE THE ONIONS: Add the onions, olive oil, and salt to a small skillet and place over the fire at medium-low heat. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the onions are soft and beginning to caramelize, about 20-25 minutes.
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FORM THE BURGER PATTIES: Meanwhile, peel & grate the apple on the large holes of a cheese grater. Mix with the ground beef and salt, then form into six patties.
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GRILL THE BURGERS: Cook the patties over medium-high heat, about 3-4 minutes on each side. Toast the buns, then build the burgers, topping each with the cheddar, caramelized onions, and any other condiments you wish.
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SERVE & ENJOY!
NOTES
MAKE IT AHEAD:
Form the patties at home, omitting the salt. Prepare the caramelized onions at home on your stovetop. Stove the patties and the onions in separate airtight containers in your cooler until ready to cook. Salt the patties right before grilling at your campsite and reheat the onions in a small skillet until warmed through.
EQUIPMENT NEEDED:
Sharp knife, cutting board, vegetable peeler, cheese grater, small skillet, spatula, grill/campfire or a camp stove/grill pan
