This is an indulgent bourbon-spiked twist on the classic burger, complete with meltingly soft bourbon onions. Top it with cheese in a brioche bun and serve with skinny fries for a whole new way of enjoying a satisfying quarter pounder.
For the burgers
1 lb. ground round or ground sirloin
¼ cup fine dry bread crumbs
1 small egg, lightly beaten
1 ½ tablespoons Jim Beam® Bourbon
½ to 1 tablespoon oil (if needed)
4 slices of your favorite cheese for melting (such as Monterey Jack or Gouda)
Salt and pepper
For the bourbon onions
1 tablespoon unsalted butter
1 tablespoon canola oil
2 white onions, sliced into half moons
2 to 3 tablespoons Jim Beam® Bourbon
To serve
4 brioche burger buns, split
Shredded crunchy lettuce
Ketchup and mayonnaise (optional)