The Smokey Slider (Mini-burgers)
Serve with BIN 33

Prep time: 20 minutes
Cooking and assembly time:  10 minutes 
Recipe makes 8 Sliders, recommended serving is 2 per person

Sliders, or mini-burgers, are a fun alternative to traditional burgers.  They are great for kids, and offer your guests the advantage of trying 2 or 3 with different toppings.  This recipe calls for a Smoked Gouda and Chipotle Mayo, but feel free to try out different condiments, such as a smoky BBQ sauce, bacon, guacamole, caramelized onions…

2 raw Chorizo Sausages, casings removed
½ lb minced pork
½ lb lean minced beef
¼ tsp Smoked Paprika
¼ tsp Dried Ancho Pepper, or Chipotle Spice
Salt and freshly ground pepper, to taste
8 pieces of smoked Gouda
8 small buns, rolls, or specialty breads (i.e. focaccia, ciabatta…)

OPTIONAL TOPPING: 
Chipotle Mayo
¼  cup of Mayonnaise
¼ tsp Chipotle Spice

• Preheat BBQ or grilling pan
• In a large mixing bowl, add the sausage meat, pork and beef, spices and seasonings, and blend well
• Form 8 small hamburger patties (approx. 3 inches in diameter each)
• Grill or pan-fry the sliders 3-5 minutes per side, until they reach an internal temperature of 170°F (80°C), and drain for 1 minute on a sheet of paper towel
• Heat buns, if desired
• Assemble burgers, top with Gouda, and Chipotle Mayo, and serve!

This recipe is graciously provided by Chef Graham Lonergan of Gourmet à votre service.

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