Instructions: Burgers:
Mix together all the ingredients except the cheese and buns.

Form into 4 burgers. Cover with Gladwrap and chill until required.

Grill or pan saute the burgers (over a wood-fired grill gives the best flavour!) for 3-4 minutes each side for rare, 5-6 minutes for medium.

Toast the burger buns and serve with a little beer-braised onion marmalade and a spoon or two of mushroom beer ketchup, topped with the cheese, melted under the grill, together with a salad, fries or creamy mashed potatoes with sweetcorn.

Beer Braised Onion Marmalade:
Melt the butter in the saute pan, cook the onions slightly, then add the other ingredients.

Cook over a high heat until the liquids have reduced and a slightly sticky marmalade is achieved.

* This will keep for 2-3 days in the refrigerator. (Serves 4)

Mushroom Beer Ketchup:
Blend the ingredients in a food processor until smooth.

Transfer to a saucepan and heat until you have a thick sauce.

Store in a clean screw-top jar (place a greaseproof paper liner into the screw-top to stop any corrosion).

* Serve over your burgers or any grilled meats.

* This will keep for one week in the refrigerator. (Makes 350g.)

NOTES : Makes 4 burgers

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