Jalapeno-Blue Cheese Burgers

Ingredients and Weight:

• Ground beef (80% lean): 500g
• Jalapeno peppers: 8, chopped
• Blue cheese: 100g
• Fresh bread buns: 8
• Butter: 2 tablespoons
• Lettuce, tomato, pickles (optional): to taste
• Sesame seeds (optional): for topping

Preparation Time:

• Preparation: 30 minutes
• Cooking: 20 minutes
• Total: 50 minutes

Difficulty Level: Level 3 (Moderate)

Preparation Method Steps:

1. In a large bowl, combine the ground beef, chopped jalapenos, and blue cheese. Mix well.
2. Form the mixture into 8 equal-sized patties.
3. Preheat the grill or fry pan over medium-high heat.
4. Grill the burgers for about 5-7 minutes on each side or until cooked through.
5. Meanwhile, spread the bottom of the bread buns with butter and toast them lightly on the grill or in a toaster oven.
6. Top each burger with lettuce, tomato, pickles, and sprinkle with sesame seeds (if using).
7. Serve immediately on the fresh bread bun with your favorite burger condiments.

Nutritional Information: (Per serving)

• Calories: 500-600 (depending on the size of the burgers and ingredients used)
• Protein: 30-40g
• Fat: 30-40g (including saturated fat)
• Carbohydrates: 40-50g
• Sodium: Depending on ingredients and seasoning used.

Dish Characteristics:

• Unique combination of spicy jalapenos and creamy blue cheese.
• Burger is hearty and flavorful, perfect for an American-style meal.
• Can be customized with additional toppings like cheese, bacon bits, etc.

User Comments:

1. "This is an excellent combination of flavors! The jalapenos add a kick while the blue cheese balances it out."
2. "The burgers were juicy and full of flavor. The fresh bread bun was a great pairing."
3. "I love how you can adjust the heat level with the amount of jalapenos you use."
4. "Great dish for a casual family gathering or a fancy dinner party."

Special Precautions and Tips:

• Use fresh ingredients to ensure maximum flavor and texture.
• Handle the blue cheese and jalapenos carefully to avoid overcooking the burgers. Medium-rare is recommended for a juicy result.
• If you prefer less heat, you can remove the seeds and membranes from the jalapenos before adding them to the burger mix.