American Mushroom and Swiss Burger

Ingredients

• 1 pound ground beef
• 8 ounces mushrooms, sliced
• 4 slices Swiss cheese
• 4 whole hamburger buns, toasted
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 tablespoon butter
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon black pepper, freshly ground

Method

1. 01
   In a large skillet, heat the olive oil and butter over medium heat. Add the sliced mushrooms and cook for 5-7 minutes until they are golden brown and tender. Set aside.
2. 02
   Preheat a grill or grill pan over medium-high heat.
3. 03
   In a large bowl, combine the ground beef with salt and freshly ground black pepper. Mix gently to combine.
4. 04
   Divide the beef mixture into four equal portions and shape each into a patty about 3/4-inch thick.
5. 05
   Place the patties on the preheated grill and cook for 4-5 minutes per side, or until they reach your desired doneness.
6. 06
   During the last minute of cooking, place a slice of Swiss cheese on each patty and allow it to melt.
7. 07
   Remove the patties from the grill and let them rest for a couple of minutes.
8. 08
   To assemble the burgers, place each patty on the bottom half of a toasted hamburger bun. Top with sautéed mushrooms and cover with the top half of the bun.
9. 09
   Serve immediately with your choice of sides.