Burger with Flare

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Recipe from Nicholas Kelly, RD.  Burger with Flare is featured in Nicholas Kelly’s cookbook No Need for Seconds: High Calorie Cookbook.

INGREDIENTS

  • 12 oz. 70/30% Ground Beef (3/4 pound, 340.2g)

  • 1 teaspoon Black Pepper (2.3g)

  • 1 teaspoon Salt (6g)

  • 1 teaspoon Lemon Pepper (2.8g)

  • 1/2 teaspoon Crushed Red Pepper Flakes (1g)

  • 1 teaspoon Onion Powder (6.9g)

  • 1/8 cup Brie – cubed (18g)

  • 1/2 cup Granny Smith Apple – sliced (54.5g)

  • 1 teaspoon Honey (21g)

  • 1 teaspoon Unsalted Butter (4.7g)

  • 2 White Hamburger Buns (100g)

  • Garnish – Lettuce, Sliced Tomatoes, Pickles

DIRECTIONS

  1. In a large bowl, combine the ground beef, black pepper, salt, lemon pepper, onion powder, and crushed red pepper flakes and mix well.
  2. Add the Brie pieces to the beef mixture and fold gently to incorporate. Form the mixture into 2 – 6oz. patties, about ¾-inch thick.
  3. In a small bowl combine the butter and honey. Microwave until the butter is melted.
  4. Brush the hamburger buns with honey butter mixture and toast until golden brown.
  5. To grill the burgers, preheat the grill on high heat. Cook the burgers for 4-5 minutes on each side, or until there is no pink. To pan fry the burgers, heat a large skillet over medium heat. Cook the burgers for 5-7 minutes on each side, or until there is no pink.

Place the finished burgers on the toasted buns, top with apple slices, and garnish with desired toppings. Serve immediately

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APPLES ARE IN SEASON!

DID YOU KNOW?

Fiber is huge for people with CF. It keeps your gut moving (good for preventing constipation and DIOS) and helps steady blood sugars, which is especially important if you also deal with CFRD (CF-related diabetes). Fun fact: one apple has the same fiber as about 2–3 fiber gummies. But apple juice? Almost no fiber at all, so eating the whole apple wins every time.

DID YOU KNOW?

Most plain fruits and veggies can be eaten without enzymes because they don’t have much fat or protein. So you can grab an apple on the go without having to stop for your pills. Just keep in mind: if you dip your apple in nut butter, caramel, or ranch, you’ll likely need enzymes because of the added fat/protein.

DID YOU KNOW?

Apples can help lower “bad” LDL cholesterol and triglycerides. Since CF can sometimes affect cholesterol levels, working in heart-healthy foods like apples is a tasty way to support your long-term health.

DID YOU KNOW?

Apples are about 85% water, which means they also help with hydration. Since people with CF can lose extra salt and fluids through sweat, every little bit of hydration counts.