Name: Wolfgang Puck's Cheeseburger Sliders
Prep time: 25 min
Cook time: 5 min
Total time: 30 min
Ingredients: 0.5 cup mayonnaise; 1 tablespoon finely chopped red onion; 1 tablespoon ketchup; 1 tablespoon sherry vinegar; 1 teaspoon capers, drained and chopped; 1 teaspoon chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley; 0.5 teaspoon chopped fresh thyme; 0.125 teaspoon white sugar; 1 pound 85% lean ground beef; 1.5 teaspoons kosher salt; 1 teaspoon ground black pepper; 4 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil; 3 small slices (0.5 oz) Cheddar cheese, quartered; 12 mini brioche buns, split; 1 small head iceberg lettuce, shredded; 6 cherry tomatoes, sliced; 3 cornichons (tart pickled gherkin cucumbers), sliced

Wolfgang Puck's Cheeseburger Sliders

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In 2019, celebrity chef Wolfgang Puck marked his 25th year cooking for Hollywood's biggest names at the Governors Ball following the Academy Awards. His mantra for how to throw a great party: 'You have to be fast, and the recipes have to be simple.' Puck's cheeseburger sliders are just one of his many winners.

Prep Time:

25 mins

Cook Time:

5 mins

Total Time:

30 mins

Servings:

Yield:

12 sliders

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Ingredients

½ cup mayonnaise
1 tablespoon finely chopped red onion
1 tablespoon ketchup
1 tablespoon sherry vinegar
1 teaspoon capers, drained and chopped
1 teaspoon chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley
½ teaspoon chopped fresh thyme
⅛ teaspoon white sugar
1 pound 85% lean ground beef
1 ½ teaspoons kosher salt
1 teaspoon ground black pepper
4 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
3 small slices (0.5 oz) Cheddar cheese, quartered
12 mini brioche buns, split
1 small head iceberg lettuce, shredded
6 cherry tomatoes, sliced
3 cornichons (tart pickled gherkin cucumbers), sliced

Directions

Preheat a grill or grill pan to medium-high (400 to 450 degrees F (200 to 230 degrees C)).
Stir together mayonnaise, red onion, ketchup, vinegar, capers, parsley, thyme, and sugar in a small bowl until combined.
Place beef in a large bowl. Add 3/4 teaspoon salt and 1/2 teaspoon pepper. Mix by hand until just combined. Make 12 meatballs by rolling beef mixture between your palms; transfer to a baking sheet. Flatten tops slightly. Drizzle with oil and season both sides with remaining 3/4 teaspoon salt and 1/2 teaspoon pepper.
Arrange patties on oiled grates; grill, uncovered, for 3 minutes. Flip, then top each with 1 piece cheese. Grill, uncovered, until cheese is melted and beef is cooked through, about 2 minutes. Meanwhile, put buns, cut-sides down, on grate; grill until toasted, about 1 minute.
Top bun bottoms with a small spoonful of sauce. Add a patty, shredded lettuce, tomato slices, cornichon slices, and bun tops.

Four pro tips from celebrity chef Wolfgang Puck to make your party a success:

1. Keep servings small-like these sliders-so people can move around freely and snack on different foods during the show.

2. Take something simple-like popcorn, a great canvas for flavor-and make it a little fancy.

3. To me, a celebration calls for Champagne. Put a few easy sparkling cocktail recipes on the bar with garnishes and mixers.

4. Everyone loves pizza! Use one dough for all your pizzas, and top each with different ingredients-making at least one vegetarian option.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

282	Calories
19g	Fat
160g	Carbs
11g	Protein

Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 12
Calories 282
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 19g	24%
Saturated Fat 4g	21%
Cholesterol 34mg	11%
Sodium 375mg	16%
Total Carbohydrate 160g	58%
Dietary Fiber 1g	2%
Total Sugars 1g
Protein 11g
Vitamin C 3mg	15%
Calcium 33mg	3%
Iron 0mg	2%
Potassium 72mg	2%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.