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    Home » Burger » Bistro Burger

    Published: Jan 25, 2013 · Modified: Jun 23, 2020 by Lisa Johnson

    Bistro Burger

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    You have to try this Bistro Burger topped with garlic aioli, caramelized onions, thick bacon, and surrounded by soft, fluffy buns | cookingwithcurls.com

    Last fall I went to visit my parents in Coeur d'Alene, Idaho. They took me to all of their favorite restaurants, including Bistro on Spruce. I was intrigued by a Bistro Burger with garlic aioli. I almost always have a burger with barbecue sauce, so I had to try it. That was hands down the best burger I have ever had in my life! I kid you not, it was perfect.....

    This Bistro Burger is topped with cheddar cheese, bacon, caramelized onions, and and amazing garlic aioli sauce, and has become my absolute favorite burger | cookingwithcurls.com

    Fresh, soft buns, tangy sauce, and you can't go wrong with bacon. I could have eaten that same meal everyday while I was there, but I did not. In fact, I never got a chance to eat it a second time before I had to leave. One of these days I will go back there, but until then.....I have created my own. Okay seriously, it wasn't all that hard. I did not have Kaiser buns, in fact I have never even tried to make them.....note to self. I used my standard Homemade Hamburger Buns, made the Super Easy Garlic Aioli ahead of time, and the rest was really simple. I have come to realize that the hamburger bun, is the key to a great burger.

    If you have never been to Idaho, you should seriously consider going, it is absolutely gorgeous. Mountains, trees, moose. We went on a boat tour around the lake.....

    Lake Coeur d Alene

    Lake Coeur d Alene 2

    Lake Coeur d Alene Sign

    That's my dad 😛

    We went shopping in Spokane, Washington (it's only 20 minutes away). They were having an art fair in Downtown Coeur D'Alene while I was there, and that is where I got my flying pig.....

    Flying Pig

    Isn't he cute? I was walking around carrying it like a scepter! Everyone who passed me, asked me where they could get one. While I was there I fell in love with the story of Mudgy the Moose & MIllie the Mouse. It is so adorable, and you can go around town and find the different landmarks that are talked about in the book.....

    Mudgy and Millie Sign

    Millie the Moose

    They are so cool!!! I need to go back, soon!

    Are you ready to make your very own Bistro Burger?

    How to make a Bistro Burger:

    Heat small amount of olive oil in a small skillet over medium-low heat. Add onion slices and cook until golden brown and caramelized, turning occasionally. Remove from heat and set aside.....

    Bistro Burger caramelized onions cookingwithcurls.com

    Fry bacon in a separate skillet until crispy {or bake in the oven}. Drain on paper towel and set aside.

    Divide ground beef into 4 equal sized burgers and fry in a skillet until cooked thru. Just before the burgers are done, place a slice of cheese on each burger and cover pan with a lid to melt the cheese.....

    Cheeseburgers add cheese cookingwithcurls.com

    Toast buns in a pan over medium - high heat. Place a Tablespoon of garlic aioli on the bottom bun.....

    Bistro Burger aioli cookingwithcurls.com

    Top with a cheese burger patty, 2 slices of bacon and some of the caramelized onions lettuce and tomato.....

    Bistro Burger assemble cookingwithcurls.com

    Place second half of bun on top {I add extra garlic aioli to the top bun} and serve....

    You have to try this Bistro Burger topped with garlic aioli, caramelized onions, thick bacon, and surrounded by soft, fluffy buns | cookingwithcurls.com

    So delicious!

    More delicious Burger recipes:

    • Cowboy Burger - with barbecue sauce and onion rings
    • Classic Diner Burgers - thousand island dressing and the works
    • California Burgers - guacamole and bacon
    • Smashed Potato Burgers - no bun, Whole30 & Paleo
    • Mexican Burgers with Queso Blanco
    • Santa Fe Burgers - Red Robin copycat
    • Irish Pub Burgers - with grilled onions and whiskey aioli

    Enjoy!!

    You have to try this Bistro Burger topped with garlic aioli, caramelized onions, thick bacon, and surrounded by soft, fluffy buns | cookingwithcurls.com

    Bistro Burger

    You have to try this Bistro Burger topped with garlic aioli, caramelized onions, thick bacon, and surrounded by soft, fluffy buns!
    5 from 2 votes
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    Course: Main Course
    Cuisine: American
    Keyword: beef, hamburger, buns, aioli, garlic, bacon, cheese, recipe
    Prep Time: 15 minutes
    Cook Time: 15 minutes
    Total Time: 30 minutes
    Servings: 4 Servings
    Calories: 862kcal
    Author: Lisa Johnson

    Ingredients

    • 1 large yellow onion sliced thin
    • 8 Slices hickory-smoked bacon
    • 1 ½ Pounds grass-fed ground beef
    • 4 Slices cheddar cheese
    • garlic aioli
    • 4 hamburger buns
    • lettuce
    • tomato sliced
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    Instructions

    • Heat small amount of olive oil in a small skillet over medium-low heat.
    • Add onion slices and cook until golden brown and caramelized, turning occasionally. Remove from heat and set aside.
    • Fry bacon in a separate skillet until crispy. Drain on paper towel and set aside.
    • Divide ground beef into 4 equal sized burgers and fry in a skillet until cooked thru. Just before the burgers are done, place a slice of cheese on each burger and cover pan with a lid to melt the cheese.
    • Toast buns in a pan over medium - high heat.
    • Place a Tablespoon of garlic aioli on the bottom bun.
    • Top with a cheese burger patty, 2 slices of bacon and some of the caramelized onions, lettuce and tomato.
    • Place second half of bun on top and serve.

    Notes

    • I only had spring mix lettuce, so that is what I used.
    • There are only 3 cheeseburgers shown in the pan, because my son's has to be removed before the cheese goes on!
    • Super Easy Garlic Aioli recipe.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 862kcal | Carbohydrates: 25g | Protein: 46g | Fat: 62g | Saturated Fat: 25g | Cholesterol: 179mg | Sodium: 795mg | Potassium: 683mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 4g | Vitamin A: 295IU | Vitamin C: 3.3mg | Calcium: 316mg | Iron: 5.2mg
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    1. HisMusicNMe says

      January 26, 2013 at 3:31 am

      Looks sooo delish :). I am especially interested in the hamburger bun recipe. Upon first glance, it actually looks very similar to a recipe I have here at home (but haven't tried yet). Being gluten-free, I personally can't eat them, but my family sure can. I shall give your recipe a go and let you know. Also, your aioli recipe is going to be perfect I just know it. What's weird is that tonight I used a mixture so close to what you posted (but also adding several other seasonings & a splash of rice milk), to make a sort of dairy free Ranch dressing substitute for dipping some organic Red Bell Pepper slices into. That concoction turned out totally yummy, so I know your aioli spread is going to hit it on the nose. No doubt 🙂 - Thanx for sharing this, Lisa 🙂

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    2. HisMusicNMe says

      January 27, 2013 at 8:28 pm

      I have not tried your Dairy-free Ranch dressing yet, so I searched out your recipe and had to smile..... great minds think alike, girlfriend, 'cause you and I are pretty much doing the same thing. I can't do Soy tho', so I do Rice milk, and I also add a touch of cayenne pepper, smoked paprika & salt. Depending on my mood too, I might change out one if the vinegars with fresh lemon juice. The thing that I think totally makes awesome Ranch dressing tho'..... Homemade Mayo.... Mmmm. When I was forced to start making my own, due to Gluten & Soy issues, I not only discovered how easy and fast it is to make (with an immersion blender anyway), but how seriously delish' it is. It's cheap to make too. You should try it.

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    3. Krista @ joyfulhealthyeats says

      March 30, 2013 at 1:52 pm

      Love this recipe, it looks and sounds delicious!!! Really like the idea of the garlic aioli on the burger, its what makes it "bistro" 🙂 Thanks for the recipe!

      Reply
    4. Andrea says

      April 01, 2013 at 11:24 am

      This looks so good! I think the spring mix was a nice addition to the "bistro burger" too 🙂 Stopping by from Your Home Based Mom!

      Reply
    5. Dawn ~ Spatulas On Parade says

      April 19, 2013 at 12:08 pm

      oh girl that looks good!!

      Reply
    6. Marlene @Nosh My Way says

      April 20, 2013 at 11:05 pm

      I always love a good burger. Yours looks good. Thanks for sharing on Foodie Friends Friday.
      Your co host from Nosh My Way

      Reply
    7. Savannah says

      April 22, 2013 at 9:02 am

      I love a hamburger rich in vegetables.

      Reply
    8. Paula says

      May 12, 2013 at 3:24 pm

      Thanks for joining us at Saturday Dishes, Pinned to Saturday Dishes board ~ Paula

      Reply
    9. Linda says

      July 07, 2013 at 12:14 pm

      Thanks for linking to Saturday Dishes. Come back next week when we feature ice cream. Yum!

      Wishes for tasty dishes,
      Linda @ Tumbleweed Contessa

      Reply
    10. Michelle says

      July 31, 2013 at 4:45 am

      Yum! We love garlic in this house so I can't imagine not liking this!!

      Reply
    11. Allie says

      July 31, 2013 at 5:06 am

      I love a good burger! And, who knew Idaho was such an amazing place? Thanks for the recipe - even I can manage that!!

      Reply
    12. Nicole Robinson @TheBookWormMama says

      July 31, 2013 at 5:19 am

      I can smell the bacon and grilled onions. Yummers.

      Reply
    13. Seana Turner says

      July 31, 2013 at 6:38 am

      Okay, the flying pig is hysterical. Great site - I love that you give photos for each step... and yum!!!

      Reply
    14. Heather says

      July 31, 2013 at 7:12 am

      Looks and sounds amazing! The photos of each step are great!

      Reply
    15. Bumblebee Days says

      July 31, 2013 at 7:38 am

      Yummy! You put garlic on almost anything and I'll love it. I'll have to try this sometime.

      Reply
    16. Erin S says

      July 31, 2013 at 7:55 am

      Tis burger looks simply amazing. Do you deliver?

      Reply
    17. Rabia @ TheLiebers says

      July 31, 2013 at 9:18 am

      Man, that looks good! I should have waited until after lunch to read this! Now I'm hungry!!

      Reply
    18. Tiffany says

      July 31, 2013 at 9:26 am

      Mmmmmmmm Burgers! I have never had an aioli sauce but the description of how Yummy it was for you has made me willing to try...

      Reply
    19. Karma says

      July 31, 2013 at 12:55 pm

      Wow...thats what I call a burger! Great post!

      Reply
    20. Joi @ Rx Fitness Lady says

      July 31, 2013 at 1:10 pm

      Oh my that looks delightful! Awesome share for today. Enjoy all the SITStahs!

      Reply
    21. Melanie Davis says

      July 31, 2013 at 3:59 pm

      What a fun little trip! My kids would like going around the lake, the book about the moose, and an art fair! The hamburger looks yummy! I love how you took pictures of each step in the recipe. That is so helpful for us inexperienced cooks. I think I may even try this with my family!

      Happy SITS Day!

      Reply
    22. Keia Lee says

      July 31, 2013 at 4:14 pm

      Wow this looks amazing! I am a sucker for a good burger!
      Thanks for sharing 😀 Stopping by from SITS!
      Keia

      Reply
    23. Jean Lynd says

      August 01, 2013 at 10:19 pm

      Okay...
      Pics are pretty, moose is really cute, burger looks de-lish! Happy SITS day!

      Reply
    24. Alison Hector says

      August 02, 2013 at 1:30 am

      That burger looks "to die for"! Definitely will be pinning the recipe. And the flying pig is a hoot!

      Reply

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