Burgers, beer, and blueberries are summer’s ideal trio, and with this meal, you can enjoy them all at once. Chef Scott from Baxter Brewing Co. created a delectable smash burger recipe for our readers, and we bet you will win some neighborhood grill-offs with it. (Tip: The Blueberry Ale BBQ sauce will become your new favorite summer condiment for ribs, chicken, and veggies.)
Fire up the coals, crack open an ice-cold Baxter Blueberry Ale, and let’s get summering. If you don’t feel like cooking, head to The Pub at Baxter in the iconic Lewison Bates Mill where you can get this special burger along with all of their beloved craft brews.
We love supporting this local business for their dedication to inspiring the Mainer in all of us. Cheers to our friends at Baxter Brewing for sharing this recipe with our community!
Makes
2 burgersIngredients
- 12 ounces ground beef divided into 3-ounce patties
- 4 slices smoked Gouda cheese
- 1 cup fresh spinach leaves
- 2 brioche buns
- Salt and freshly ground pepper to taste
- Baxter blueberry ale BBQ sauce
- Crispy onion petals
Instructions
- Cook smash burgers to your preferred temperature. Stack a patty on the bun and add a slice of Gouda. Stack the second patty and second slice of Gouda.
- Spoon 2 tablespoons of the blueberry ale BBQ sauce over the patties. Add leaves of fresh spinach and top with a generous pinch of crispy onion petals and salt and pepper to taste.
- Repeat with second burger. Add a ramekin of extra BBQ sauce for fry dipping!
