Juicy White Cheddar Burgers with Crispy Fried Onions and Roasted Potato Wedges

There’s nothing quite like a perfectly crafted cheeseburger and this one takes it to the next level. Juicy beef patties are topped with melted white cheddar, sweet griddled onions and a crunchy layer of crispy fried onions, all nestled in a soft brioche bun slathered with smoky mustard. It’s a combination of textures and flavors that will make every bite unforgettable.

And what’s a burger without some crispy potatoes on the side? These salt and pepper roasted potato wedges are baked until golden and tender, making them the perfect companion to your burger. Whether it’s a weeknight dinner or a weekend treat, this recipe is sure to become a favorite.

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Ingredients

12 ounce PotatoesView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

1 unit OnionView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

0.5 cup White Cheddar CheeseView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

10 ounce Ground BeefView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

2 ounce Smoky MustardView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

2 unit Brioche BunsView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

1 unit Crispy Fried OnionsView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

teaspoon (tsp) SaltView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

teaspoon (tsp) Black PepperView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

1 tablespoon (tbsp) Cooking OilView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

Instructions

1. Adjust rack to top position and preheat oven to 450°F. Wash and dry produce. Slice potatoes into ½-inch-thick wedges. Toss on a baking sheet with a drizzle of oil, salt and pepper. Roast on top rack until lightly browned and tender, 20-25 minutes.
2. Meanwhile, peel and cut onion into ¼-inch-thick rounds, keeping layers intact. Halve buns.
3. Heat a drizzle of oil in a large pan over medium-high heat. Add onion and cook until tender and browned at the edges, 2-4 minutes per side. Season with salt and pepper. Turn off heat; transfer to a plate. Wipe out pan. Tip: The onion slices won’t brown well if they’re not in a single layer. Cook in batches if necessary.
4. Form beef into two patties (four patties for 4 servings), each slightly wider than a burger bun. Tip: Don’t worry if your patties aren’t perfectly round-those irregular edges will turn deliciously crispy! Season generously with salt and pepper. Heat a drizzle of oil in pan used for onion over medium-high heat. Add patties and cook to desired doneness, 3-5 minutes per side. (Careful! Oil may spatter.) In the last 1-2 minutes of cooking, top patties with cheddar and cover pan to melt.
5. While patties cook, toast buns until golden brown. Spread as much mustard as you like onto cut sides of buns.
6. Fill buns with griddled onion, patties and crispy fried onions. Divide burgers between plates and serve with potato wedges on the side.

Recipe Tips

FAQ

Can I use a different type of cheese?

Yes, you can substitute white cheddar with another melting cheese like provolone, Monterey Jack or gouda.

How do I make the patties more flavorful?

Season the ground beef generously with salt and pepper before forming patties. You can also mix in some Worcestershire sauce or garlic powder for extra flavor.

Can I bake the potato wedges instead of roasting?

Roasting is the method used here, but you can bake them at 450°F until tender and crispy. The timing will be similar.