Open Faced Texas Burgers
This Open-Faced Texas Burger recipe transforms a classic into something bold and flavorful by serving saucy beef patties on buttery garlic toast. Mixed with onions, garlic, thyme, and cheese, then simmered in a savory tomato-based sauce, these burgers are hearty and satisfying. It’s a fun twist that’s perfect for a family meal, offering comfort food vibes with a little extra flair.
Servings 5 servings
Calories 602kcal
Equipment
Ingredients
- 4 Tbsp chopped onion
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- ¼ tsp dried thyme
- 1 ⅓ cup Colby-Monterey Jack cheese shredded and divided
- 1 ⅓ lb ground beef
- 5 slices frozen garlic Texas toast
- 8 oz can tomato sauce
- 1 Tbsp brown sugar packed
- 1 tsp Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tsp A.1. steak sauce
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine the onion, garlic, thyme and 1 cup cheese. Crumble beef over mixture and mix well. Shape into five oval patties.
- In a large skillet, cook burgers over medium heat for 5-6 minutes on each side or until meat is no longer pink. Meanwhile, prepare Texas toast according to package directions.
- Drain burgers; set aside and keep warm. Add the tomato sauce, brown sugar, Worcestershire sauce and steak sauce to the skillet. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 1 to 2 minutes or until slightly thickened. Return burgers to skillet; turn to coat. Sprinkle with remaining cheese. Serve burgers on toast. Yield: 5 servings.
Nutrition
Serving: 1 serving | Calories: 602kcal | Carbohydrates: 22g | Protein: 32g | Fat: 43g | Saturated Fat: 18g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 14g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 119mg | Sodium: 521mg | Potassium: 402mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 5g | Vitamin A: 354IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 271mg | Iron: 9mg