I know it’s been a few weeks since my last blog, but I’ve been busy getting my kitchen and staff ready for the GRAND OPENING of Jimmy V’s Osteria + Bar! We hope to release the opening date to the public any day now! So keeping checking chefsct.blogspot.com and www.jimmyvsraleigh.com
Since my wife and I relocated to North Carolina this past spring, it made me realize that summer is my favorite time of year, mainly because I love using my grill! When I’m not cooking at the hotel or restaurant, you’ll find me at home….tongs in hand……grilling. Honestly, I have cooked thousands of burgers on the grill in commercial kitchens, but there is something special about grilling at home with family and friends. As a city dweller most of my adult life, living in apartments and condos, I didn't really get the chance to grill "at home" in the comfort of my own backyard.
I like to mix it up a home, grilling steaks, chicken, kielbasa, but I'd have to say, there's nothing like a good burger hot off the grill. My 10 year old son, Ethan, loves getting his hands dirty. He likes to make the burger patties, marinate chicken, and helping me prepare our favorite smoky ribs (my future chef!). He and I take charge of the grilling while my wife, Dianne, prepares the sides. She’s quite the cook herself.....I tell her it’s because she has a good teacher (wink wink).
Since my wife and I relocated to North Carolina this past spring, it made me realize that summer is my favorite time of year, mainly because I love using my grill! When I’m not cooking at the hotel or restaurant, you’ll find me at home….tongs in hand……grilling. Honestly, I have cooked thousands of burgers on the grill in commercial kitchens, but there is something special about grilling at home with family and friends. As a city dweller most of my adult life, living in apartments and condos, I didn't really get the chance to grill "at home" in the comfort of my own backyard.
I like to mix it up a home, grilling steaks, chicken, kielbasa, but I'd have to say, there's nothing like a good burger hot off the grill. My 10 year old son, Ethan, loves getting his hands dirty. He likes to make the burger patties, marinate chicken, and helping me prepare our favorite smoky ribs (my future chef!). He and I take charge of the grilling while my wife, Dianne, prepares the sides. She’s quite the cook herself.....I tell her it’s because she has a good teacher (wink wink).
I thought I would share a recipe with all of you for burgers that I absolutely love. It is simple, quick to prepare, and tastes great.
Blue Pepper Burger
Yields 6-8oz Burgers
3lbs. 100% Ground Chuck (80/20)
2 Red Bell Peppers
1 Cup Blue Cheese crumbles or maytag (my favorite)
3 Cloves of Garlic finely chopped
1/2 Small onion minced
2 Tbs. Worcestershire Sauce
1 Tsp. Crushed Red Pepper
1 Tsp. Dried Oregano
Toppings for burgers:
8 Tomato Slices
Red Onion thinly sliceBoston Bibb Lettuce
8 Burgers Rolls (I like Brioche)
Preheat your grill to 400 degrees. Lightly oil the peppers then put
them on the grill (whole) and let the skin burn. Once all the sides are black, remove them
from the grill, place them in a bowl of ice water to shock them and prevent
them from cooking any further. Once
cooled, peel off the burnt skin and remove the seeds. Dice the peppers and mix with beef, cheese,
garlic, onion, Worcestershire, crushed red pepper, and oregano. Let the mixture rest for 10 minutes, form
into patties, and refrigerate for a minimum of 1 hour. I generally prep these burgers a day in
advance to let the ingredients really set and blend together.
When ready, grill the burgers to your desired temperature top with
lettuce, tomato, red onion, and enjoy!
Thanks for stopping by!
Thanks for stopping by!
(First night in our new house grilling on the back porch!!)
