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We’re topping these burgers with smoked Gouda cheese for creamy texture and rich flavor—balanced by a zingy layer of Dijon mustard. For a bit of seasonal flair, we’re also serving a side of crisp zucchini tossed with sour cream, garlic paste, and fresh jalapeño.

Ethan Mick

with Spicy Zucchini Slaw

Smoked Gouda Cheeseburgers

Ground Beef

Smoked Gouda Cheese

Potato Buns

Garlic

Jalapeño Pepper

Zucchini

Sherry Vinegar

Dijon Mustard

Sour Cream

Ingredients

Wash and dry the fresh produce. Halve the **zucchini** crosswise, then cut into 1/4-inch-thick sticks. Peel and finely chop the **garlic**; using the flat side of your knife, smash until it resembles a paste (or use a zester). Thinly slice the **cheese**. Halve the **buns**. Cut off and discard the stem of the **pepper**; halve lengthwise, then remove and discard the ribs and seeds. Thinly slice the pepper crosswise. Thoroughly wash your hands and cutting board immediately after handling.

Prepare the ingredients:

In a medium bowl, combine the **zucchini sticks**, **vinegar**, **half the sour cream** (you will have extra), **1 tablespoon of olive oil**, **as much of the garlic paste as you’d like**, and **as much of the sliced pepper as you’d like**, depending on how spicy you’d like the dish to be. Season with salt and pepper. Set aside to marinate, stirring occasionally, at least 10 minutes. Season with salt and pepper to taste.

Make the slaw:

While the slaw marinates, place the **beef** in a bowl; season with salt and pepper. Gently mix to combine. Using your hands, form the mixture into two 1/2-inch-thick patties; transfer to a plate. In a medium pan (nonstick, if you have one), heat a drizzle of olive oil on medium-high until hot. Add the patties and cook 4 to 5 minutes on the first side, or until browned. Flip the patties (carefully, as the oil may splatter) and top with the **sliced cheese**. Loosely cover the pan with aluminum foil; cook 4 to 5 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and the patties are cooked through. Transfer to a plate. Carefully rinse and wipe out the pan.

Form & cook the patties:

Heat the same, dry pan on medium-high until hot. Add the **buns** cut side down. Toast on medium-high 30 seconds to 1 minute, or until lightly browned. Transfer to a work surface. Assemble the burgers using the toasted buns, **mustard**, and **cooked patties**. Serve the burgers with the **slaw** on the side. Enjoy!