Post by SafeInSanity on Nov 26, 2024 11:11:31 GMT -5
### 🥟 Pierogi Burger 🍔✨
#### **Serves**: 4
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### **Ingredients**
**For the Burgers**:
- 1 lb ground beef 🥩
- 1 egg 🥚
- 1/4 cup breadcrumbs 🍞
- 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder 🧄
- Salt and pepper to taste 🧂
**For the Pierogi Topping**:
- 12 frozen pierogies (potato and cheese or your favorite variety) 🥟
- 2 tbsp butter 🧈
- 1 medium onion, thinly sliced 🧅
**For the Garnish**:
- 4 brioche burger buns 🍔
- 4 slices of cheddar or Swiss cheese 🧀
- Sour cream or garlic aioli for serving
- Fresh chives for garnish 🌿
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### **Instructions**
#### **1. Prepare the Burgers**:
1. In a large bowl, mix the ground beef, egg, breadcrumbs, Worcestershire sauce, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
2. Form the mixture into 4 equal patties.
3. Heat a skillet or grill over medium-high heat and cook the patties for 4–5 minutes per side, or until your desired doneness.
4. During the last minute of cooking, place a slice of cheese on each patty to melt.
#### **2. Cook the Pierogies**:
1. Cook the frozen pierogies according to the package instructions (typically boiling or sautéing).
2. In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the sliced onions and sauté until caramelized, about 8–10 minutes.
3. Add the cooked pierogies to the skillet with the onions and toss to coat in the buttery goodness.
#### **3. Toast the Buns**:
1. Lightly butter the brioche buns and toast them in a skillet or on a grill until golden brown.
#### **4. Assemble the Pierogi Burgers**:
1. Spread sour cream or garlic aioli on the bottom bun.
2. Add a cheesy burger patty, then top with 3 pierogies and a generous scoop of caramelized onions.
3. Sprinkle with fresh chives and top with the bun.
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### **Time & Calories**
- **Prep Time**: 15 minutes
- **Cook Time**: 25 minutes
- **Total Calories**: ~750 per burger
Combining the hearty comfort of pierogies with the juiciness of a burger—this Pierogi Burger is a flavor-packed feast! 🥟🍔✨
