Cheesy Beef Burger and Cajun Wedges

Tue, 12 May 2020

Burger Method:
1) Put the minced beef into a large mixing bowl.
2) Add in the finely diced onion and garlic.
3) Mix in the breadcrumbs, cheese and chopped parsley together with the tomato ketchup/chilli jam.
4) Season the mixture with a little salt and pepper.
5) Add in the egg and mash the mixture together with your hands using the egg as a binding agent.
6) Divide the mixture into 6-7 pieces and using a little plain flour shape them into your desired shapes about ½ inch thick.
7) Allow to rest in the fridge for at least 30 minutes.
8) Heat a large frying pan with a little oil and then pan fry the burgers on either side until golden brown.
9) Transfer them to the oven and cook for 12-15 further minutes to make sure that they are well cooked through.
10) Cut one in the centre just to make sure as undercooked mince is a high risk product.
11) Serve with some toasted burger buns, chilli mayonnaise, lettuce leaves, sliced tomatoes, grilled bacon & sliced cheese.

Cajun Potato Wedges:

Preheat the oven to 180C/350F/Gas Mark 4

1) Wash some rooster potatoes and cut into chunky wedges.
2) Drizzle with a small amount of oil and some Cajun spice
3) For 4 large potatoes I would normally use a level teaspoon of spice.
4) Mix them all together in a bowl and place on a baking tray lined with parchment.
5) Bake for 30-35 minutes until crispy and well cooked through to the centre.