Steakhouse Burger with Bacon and Mushrooms

A thick burger seared in cast iron and topped with aged Cheddar, crisp bacon, caramelized onions and sauteed mushrooms on a toasted brioche bun. Makes 4.

Steakhouse burger with Cheddar, bacon, caramelized onions and mushrooms on a brioche bun, cut in half
  • Prep 20 min
  • Cook 35 min
  • Total 55 min
  • Yield 4 burgers

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This is the burger you order at a steakhouse: a thick patty with a dark seared crust, piled with caramelized onions, buttery mushrooms, bacon and sharp Cheddar. A little Worcestershire in the beef adds savory depth.

Caramelize the onions while the bacon cooks and everything comes together at once.

Ingredients

Burgers

  • 1 3/4 pounds ground chuck (80 percent lean)
  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 4 slices sharp aged Cheddar
  • 4 brioche buns, toasted

Toppings

  • 6 slices thick-cut bacon
  • 1 large onion, thinly sliced
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 8 ounces cremini mushrooms, sliced
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • Steak sauce or mayonnaise, for the buns

Instructions

  1. Cook the bacon. Cook the bacon in a large cast-iron skillet until crisp. Drain, leaving 1 tablespoon fat.
  2. Caramelize the onions. Cook the onion in the bacon fat over medium-low heat 20 minutes, stirring often, until deep golden. Set aside.
  3. Saute the mushrooms. Melt the butter and cook the mushrooms 6 to 8 minutes until browned; add the garlic for 30 seconds.
  4. Sear the burgers. Mix the beef gently with the Worcestershire and shape 4 patties 1 inch thick. Season with salt and pepper. Sear in the hot skillet 5 to 6 minutes per side to 160°F, adding the cheese for the last minute.
  5. Build. Spread the buns with steak sauce or mayonnaise and stack each burger with onions, mushrooms and bacon.

Tips

  • Wipe the skillet between steps so drippings do not burn.
  • The onions and mushrooms can be made a day ahead and reheated.

Questions about this recipe

What cheese is best on a steakhouse burger?
A sharp aged Cheddar, Swiss or blue cheese.
Can I grill these burgers?
Yes; grill over medium-high heat and cook the toppings on the stove.

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