Ingredients
- 1 1/4 pound lean ground chuck
- 2 teaspoon salt
- 3/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- 2 teaspoon beef steak tomatoes, just slightly under ripe is ideal
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 4 ounce gorgonzola cheese
- 4 ounce (4-inch) square or round ciabatta or your favorite burger bun, halved horizontally
- 1 cup fresh arugula
Preparation
Baking Directions:
Combine the ground chuck, 1 1/2 teaspoons salt, and pepper in a medium bowl.
Shape the mixture into 4 (1/2-inch-thick) patties.
Slice the tomatoes into ½ inch rounds and place on a baking tray.
Season both sides with the paprika and remaining salt.
Rub with the olive oil to coat.
Prepare the barbecue (medium-high heat).
Grill the burgers until cooked to desired doneness, about 4 minutes per side for medium-rare.
On a clean, oiled area of the grill, grill the tomatoes until just charred, about 3 minutes per side.
Grill the ciabatta squares cut side down, until lightly toasted, about 2 minutes.
Place the burgers on the bottom half of the ciabatta.
Top each burger with 2 tablespoons gorgonzola and a grilled tomato slice.
Arrange a handful of arugula on each.
Cover the burger with the roll tops and serve.