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Creamy blue and white Italian Gorgonzola cheese, melting and oozing over a huge burger, laid on a bed of thick-cut, smoked bacon and topped with fresh basil and tomatoes!
This is burger heaven on the grill!
If you’re into the ‘black and blue’ . . . beef and blue cheese combination, then this is for you.
Why grill when it’s almost October? It was 87 degrees today and after decorating the house for autumn, I was in a sweat and not wanting to cook in the kitchen. Mr. Meat and Potatoes Bill loves to grill anyway.
It’s also another night of football on TV, so easy-peasy and casual was required.
This is super easy too!
If you don’t care for Gorgonzola (Italian blue cheese), than use your favorite cheese. How about trying Gruyere for something a little more French? Or a nice sharp cheddar? Spicy pepper jack would be great too!
Use what you like, just make sure that the cheese melts all over the burger. You’ll need a big stack of napkins for this big burger for all of the cheesy-infused drippings of the tomatoes and beef running down your chin!
I had some extra Gorgonzola in the frig after using some in my previous salad that I just posted with figs and Gorgonzola/blue cheese. And I just hate to waste food. This stuff always seems to spoil quickly, so I only buy a small piece at a time.
And this cheese is just so creamy, tangy delicious!
Mmmmm!
There’s no secret recipe to this decadent burger either!
Burgers with Smoky Bacon, Basil and Gorgonzola Cheese
Use the highest quality of ground beef/sirloin.
Form huge patties of burgers.
Tip: Put a small indentation about the size of an inch and a half in the center of each burger. As the burgers cook, this pops out and the center of your burgers cook better.
Season the way you like, I added some garlic and oregano.
Grill to the level of doneness that you prefer (we like ours medium-rare).
Near the end of being cooked, add on the Gorgonzola cheese (it is soft and melts fast).
Use huge hamburger buns!
Toast the buns very briefly (this prevents them from becoming soggy from the beef and tomato juices).
Lay lettuce leaves on the bottom half of the bun.
Layer on the well-cooked, browned, thick-cut, smoked bacon.
Place the cooked burger with melted cheese (use the microwave if you have to) on top of bacon and lettuce.
Layer on thick-cut ripe tomatoes.
Layer on big, fresh basil leaves.
Place the top half of the bun on top.
Condiments:
For this I recommend a nice, simple mixture of extra virgin olive oil and minced garlic to spread on each half of the bun.
the creamy, soft Italian Gorgonzola cheese just melting all over the juicy burger and bacon!
bright colors of fresh green basil leaves and red tomatoes
Mangia!
Don’t have a clue what kind of background you have in photography but not only is my mouth watering.. you just made me want to eat meat after two years of eating strickly fish and veggies.. who what a shot!
Claudia,
I’m a total and complete amateur! No, don’t get started on beef. I’d rather be like you and stick with fish and veggies!
Oh Roz! I can smell that from here. How gorgeous!
Anne xx
Oooh, these must have a pretty strong aroma to reach you! Thanks for stopping by and have a great ‘time-off’.
Roz
This is fantastic, Roz. I am in love with this creamy Gorgonzola burger!
I would have LOVED to have tried these burgers with your garlic-chive bread! WOW!
Hugs,
Roz
I love blue cheese! It ‘s a typical cheese in my area product at “zero km”, fantastic sandwich!
Meraviglioso un’esplosione di sapori!
Buona settimana
I thought that you would like Italian gorgonzola Vittoria! Good stuff!
Buona settimana e tu!
Ciao,
Roz
What a glorious burger. This sounds fabulous. I love all the veined cheeses but gorgonzola is perfect for this burger. I hope you are having a great day. Blessings…Mary
Hi Mary, it’s not our normal burger topping (gorgonzola), but it will certainly be used more often now!
Roz
It’s a long time I want to try the homemade burger. I don’t like to eat it outside…
Your burgers are wonderful, with the hot cheese.
Questo taglietelle suona wonderfu con i funghi porcini. Porcini sono molto costosi qui, quindi questa ricetta sarebbe un piacere delizioso per noi!
Ciao Illaria,
Roz
The above comment is in reference to Illaria’s wonderful taglietelle with porcini mushrooms that she posted on Sept. 24th! Check it out! YUM!
I love your burger! I am not a burgers fan, but I changed my mind when I visited USA! Quality American burgers taste delicious and your burger combined with Italian cheese and oregano/garlic is just what I want. Ciao
A good burger in the States is a must, Rita. I think it is one of the ‘national’ sandwiches. Very traditional and the men love burgers here!
We just had steaks with a Maytag blue cheese sauce last night…love this flavor combination. And I’m so jealous of your gorgeous, red tomatoes…our homegrown tomatoes are long gone. Such wonderful burgers!
Maytag blue cheese is the BEST blue on the planet. I always, always bring back a nice sized piece every time we return to Iowa. You’re so lucky to have such great foods in Iowa and I miss having them readily available!
Yum! They look amazing and have many of my favorite toppings.
My family will be thrilled when I make these for dinner
Jo
Jo, if your family likes blue cheese, this would be a winning combo burger for all of you! Thanks for stopping by!
Roz
Great looking burger Roz and topped with things I love.
It’s definitely a ‘man-burger’, Larry!