Valentine’s Day will be here before you know it! Sharing the LOVE with someone special doesn’t have to be fancy and super expensive. It can be simple and easy as long as you put some effort into it. It is really the effort that counts anyway, showing acts of kindness is a big deal. And in my personal opinion FOOD=LOVE. What better way to spread the LOVE than making a special dinner for those dear to you.
Honestly, I have never liked going out to eat on Valentine’s Day. The restaurants are always crowded and the service usually suffers because everyone is entirely too busy. I prefer cooking at home and having a quiet intimate dinner. This romantic burger dinner is perfect if you want something easy and delicious to make for your loved one(s). This little Dinner for two is perfect for sharing the LOVE not just on Valentine’s Day but any day for that matter.
Romantic Burger Dinner for Two – Burger’s with Tomato Onion Jam
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- 2/3 pound ground hamburger, organic grass fed
- 2 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
- 1 cup sweet onion, sliced
- 1 cup petite plum tomatoes
- 1 tablespoon high quality balsamic vinegar
- 1 tablespoon brown sugar
- 2 pinches red pepper flakes
- Salt & Pepper to taste
- 2 slices, sharp cheddar cheese
- 2 Brioche Buns, toasted
- Mayonnaise
- Add olive oil to small cast iron pan.
- Warm over medium high heat.
- Add sliced onion and plum tomatoes.
- Season with salt and red pepper flakes.
- Saute for about 3 - 5 minutes.
- Lightly mash tomatoes with masher and remove from heat.
- Preheat oven to broil.
- Transfer pan to broiler.
- Roast for about 2 - 3 minutes or until tomatoes begin to blacken.
- Mash again until blended.
- Add balsamic vinegar and set aside.
- Make two hamburger patties, 1/3 pound each.
- Season with salt and pepper.
- Cook over medium high heat in cast iron skillet.
- Cook about 5 minutes each side, for medium well (lightly pink center).
- Flip and cook second side.
- Remove from heat and add cheese.
- Allow to rest for five minutes.
- Mean while, toast Brioche buns in oven under broiler for about 2 minutes or until lightly toasted.
- Garnish with mayonnaise.
- Add burger and top with Tomato Onion Jam.
- Serve with fingerling potatoes, chips of french fries.
- I recommend making a double batch of the Tomato Onion Jam. You can refrigerate in air tight container for up to 5 days.
Don’t be scared by the name “A Romantic Burger Dinner for two” this recipes makes a great dinner for the entire family. My kids enjoyed it so much I actually made it twice in one week, once with hamburger and once with ground turkey. They both were amazing. The first time I made the Tomato Onion Jam I didn’t add red pepper flakes. It was good, but I actually prefer it with a little spice. It makes for a great semi-sweet and savory combination.
Okay, seriously the secret to this recipe is in the TOMATO ONION JAM! This stuff is so GOOD! The Tomato Onion Jam is a mix of petite roasted tomatoes, caramelized onion, balsamic vinegar, sea salt, and red pepper flakes. Once again, I encourage you to invest in some really good BALSAMIC VINEGAR. It makes everything better!
It was a great twist on the everyday burger. Plus I splurged and purchased fresh baked brioche buns at a local French bakery. Which when making this meal, I highly recommend especially if you are making this for a special romantic dinner (Valentine’s Day or otherwise).
Romantic Burger Dinner for Two – Burger’s with Tomato Onion Jam
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Making the Tomato Onion Jam
So the secret to this burger is in the Tomato Onion Jam. The trick is to saute the onion and tomato and finish it under the broiler for added charring flavor. I also am a huge fan of CAST IRON PANS. When they are well seasoned they add a depth of flavor to whatever you cook in them. I actually recommend make a double batch of the Tomato Onion Jam – because it so good you will want to make this dinner twice in one week just like I did. If you decide to make a double batch make sure to get enough fresh baked Brioche buns. And seriously try this recipe with both ground beef and ground turkey – they both were amazing.
One thing I did not mention is that I made it once with cheddar cheese and once with Pepper Jack cheese. I like a little spice so it that is also your deal, I recommend Pepper Jack cheese.
Romantic Burger Dinner for Two – Burger’s with Tomato Onion Jam
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These days a quiet romantic dinner consists of me, my kids, and my sweet dog Buster. And Buster gets a special dinner too, I make him a few burgers too. (No spices just the meat and no bun.) For those of you that follow me on social media – my sweet doggie Buster has been fighting cancer for about 6 months now. So he is eating a very special diet of low carbs and no grains. My effort to help him heal his body of cancer. The good news is that it seems to be working with a combination of chemotherapy treatments. If you have a furry friend at home they love fresh cooked patties as a special treat. I make extra burgers with no seasoning. I break them up and serve them in a special bowl – LOL – maybe that extra step is silly, but I think he recognizes it as a “special treat” so in my mind it makes a difference. Plus I love sharing the LOVE with my furry friend.
Romantic Burger Dinner for Two – Burger’s with Tomato Onion Jam
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There is absolute no question in my mind about this topic of FOOD=LOVE. I come from the belief that actions speak louder than words. I express my love through act of kindness which in my world equals acts of cooking for my family and my friends. It was something that was taught to me by my grandmother and mother. Making something special for those you love is one of the best ways to spread the LOVE.
Now I do realize each of us has our own unique way to expressing and showing LOVE! But since this is a Valentine’s Day idea I thought sharing a think or two on LOVE is fitting.
Interested in learning more? The topic of effective communication is also a passion of mine.
I highly recommend the book, “Five Love Languages” by Gary Chapman a well known author on the subject. Click here FIVE LOVE LANGUAGES to learn more.
He also wrote a book “Five Love Languages for Kids” if you want to learn more about how your child expresses love and what motivates them – get this book. Click here for LOVE LANGUAGE FOR CHILDREN.
Or if your kids are now teenagers like my own, then this one is good for you: FIVE LANGUAGES OF LOVE FOR TEENAGERS
Romantic Burger Dinner for Two – Burger’s with Tomato Onion Jam
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TIP: I used grass fed beef and highly recommend that it. Especially if you have growing teenagers. No one needs added hormones in their food. Stay healthy and eat organic whenever possible.
Romantic Burger Dinner for Two – Burger’s with Tomato Onion Jam
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Thanks for stopping by. I hope I have inspired you to cook and create some amazing dishes that you will share with those you love.
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With Much Love, Cecelia Dardanes
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