Louisiana Swamp Burger

Molly79's Note:

This authentic recipe is from my hometown of Houma, LA (about 70 miles south of New Orleans). This is great for just about any occasion. Don't let the name fool ya, this burger is to die for.

• Total Time: 25 mins
• Prep Time: 5 mins
• Cook Time: 20 mins

Ingredients:

Servings: 2

• 1 1/2 lbs lean ground beef (I use chuck)
• 2 teaspoons onion powder
• 1 teaspoon minced garlic
• 1 whole egg
• 1 teaspoon seasoning salt (I use seasonall)
• 1 onion
• 1 cup fresh sliced mushrooms
• 2 slices cheddar cheese
• 2 slices monterey jack cheese
• 1 packet brown gravy mix (McCormick works well)

Directions:

1. In a medium sized mixing bowl, put the first 5 ingredients, Mix Well.
2. Shape meat into burgers, grill.
3. Sautee' onions and mushrooms until soft.
4. prepare brown gravy mix as directed on package.
5. Serve hot on a hamburger bun.
6. Place onions/mushrooms on top of burgers, then cheeses, then pour on desired amount of gravy.
7. Add condiments as desired.
8. This is also great with lettuce/ tomatoes/ pickles.

Reviews

[Chef #1006007]

Gotta give props to a fellow Louisianian (I'm from Baton Rouge)! The gravy reminds me of a roast beef po-boy, this makes your recipe authentic New Orleans! I would use more spice but otherwise it's a great recipe. WHO DAT!!

[Sparky Duck]

Not bad, though in the end, it is just a burger.

[seahorse73]

Thanks so much for posting this, GREAT!!!!!