Bruschetta Burgers {Recipe}

Ingredients:

• 1.5 lbs ground chuck
• 1 c finely minced baby Bella mushrooms
• ½ c finely minced onion
• 2 T minced fresh basil
• (1 T balsamic vinegar, ½ t salt)
• Sliced provolone cheese
• 5 Ciabatta buns, split and toasted
• Pesto Mayo:
• ½ c mayonnaise
• 2 T basil pesto
• Shredded romaine lettuce
• 2 Roma or plum tomatoes, thinly sliced

Directions:

• Combine ground chuck, mushrooms, onion, basil, vinegar and salt. Shape mixture into 4 patties. Grill over med-high heat, for 6 minutes per side, or until internal temperature reaches 160˚. Top each patty with cheese.
• To make Pesto Mayo: Combine mayonnaise and pesto. Spread desired amount over each bun. Top with patty, lettuce, and tomato.

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