This Bacon Brie Burger with Merlot Onions on the Grill is a gourmet twist on the classic burger, featuring juicy beef patties topped with crispy bacon, creamy Brie cheese, and sweet and tangy Merlot wine caramelized onions, all grilled to perfection.
Ingredients:
- 1 lb ground beef
- 4 hamburger buns
- 8 slices bacon
- 4 oz Brie cheese, sliced
- 2 large onions, thinly sliced
- 1 cup Merlot wine
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions:
Preheat grill to medium-high heat
Form ground beef into 4 patties and season with salt and pepper
Place patties on the grill and cook for 4-5 minutes per side, or until desired doneness
While the patties are cooking, cook bacon in a skillet over medium heat until crispy
Drain on paper towels and set aside
In the same skillet, add olive oil and onions
Cook over medium heat until onions are caramelized, about 15 minutes
Deglaze the skillet with Merlot wine, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the pan
Cook until wine has reduced and onions are coated, about 5 minutes
Toast hamburger buns on the grill until lightly golden
To assemble the burgers, place a patty on the bottom half of each bun
Top with bacon, Brie cheese slices, and a generous spoonful of Merlot onions
Place the top half of the bun on top
Serve immediately and enjoy