Preformed patties at the market can make grilling a snap, but the TLC put into freshly made burgers can make all the difference at a barbecue. Christina Maiellano knows nothing can top her lovingly prepared Italian Provolone Burgers and it’s the secrets found in each bite that make guests coming back for more.
The resident of the 2500 block of South 10th Street takes her dish to the next level with eggs, garlic, bread crumbs — just to name a few of the surprises — that adds layers of flavor to this year-round favorite that can be prepared either on the grill or stove top. SPR
Christina’s Italian Provolone Burgers
Ingredients:
1 pound of ground beef
1 small onion, finely chopped
2 cloves of garlic, finely chopped
2 eggs, beaten
2 cups of bread crumbs
1 teaspoon each of salt and pepper
Olive oil, to coat the bottom of a large skillet
1-1/2 pounds of provolone cheese, or cheese of choice
Directions:
Mix all of the ingredients, except the oil and cheese, in a large bowl. Form into hamburger patties. Pour the oil into the skillet over medium-heat and cook to desired doneness. Top with the cheese and place in buns.
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1. Fred C said... on Sep 8, 2010 at 12:10PM
“Are you serious? Everyone in South Philly Makes hamburgers that way. Except theydont look as nasty at that one! Maybe if you melted the cheese... And What is that on the bottom? Ketchup? Gravy? ...Blah!”