Beef and Blue Cheese Sliders
Recipe courtesy of emeals
Serves 12
Ingredients
- 2 red onions, thinly sliced
- 2 Tbsp olive oil
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 1/4 cup crumbled blue cheese
- 2 tsp red wine vinegar
- 1 Tbsp plus 1 tsp finely chopped fresh rosemary, divided
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/8 tsp granulated sugar
- 2 lb ground beef
- 2 Tbsp Worcestershire sauce
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 cups baby arugula
- 1 (12-count) pkg slider buns, split and toasted
Directions
- Cook onions, covered, in hot oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat 5 minutes or until onions are almost tender.
- Cook, uncovered, 15 minutes or until onions are browned and tender, stirring often.
- Meanwhile, stir together mayonnaise, cheese, vinegar, 1 tsp rosemary, garlic powder, and sugar in a bowl; season with salt and pepper if desired. Cover, and refrigerate until ready to serve.
- Stir together beef, Worcestershire sauce, garlic, and 1 Tbsp rosemary; shape mixture into 12 (2-inch) patties. Cook patties, in batches, in a large skillet over medium-high heat 3 to 4 minutes per side or to desired doneness.
- Serve patties on slider buns with mayonnaise-cheese mixture, caramelized onions, and arugula.
Recipe Pairings
- Columbia Valley
2020 Cold Creek Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon
One of Washington’s oldest & most acclaimed vineyards. Character builds season after season in the growth rings of the old woody vines. Sun-drenched growing conditions with low rainfall result in small berries with full-bodied flavors. This Cabernet has broad-shouldered structure, concentrated fruit characters and deep color.Vinous Media - Red Mountain
2018 Red Mountain Cabernet Sauvignon
From the smallest American Viticultural Area in size, Red Mountain wines are anything but diminutive. The wine is crafted to showcase the ripe fruit characteristics, incredible aromatics and concentrated tannins that reflect Washington state’s warmest growing region.Wine & Spirits - Columbia Valley
2019 Ethos Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon
Old vine concentration, high winds, sandy soils, and intense heat are the source of this Cabernet Sauvignon’s greatness. Combine that with hand crafted artistry and extreme attention to detail, and you have the perfect example of what makes Washington State and Chateau Ste. Michelle truly special.Owen Bargreen