You can create a new, flavorful twist on the classic cheeseburger by using Italian sausage and provolone. The meat is pre-seasoned, so dinner—including garlicky spinach spiked with anchovy paste—will be served in 30 minutes.
Makes 4 servings
INGREDIENTS
- 10 ounces baby spinach
- 2 Tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil , plus more for brushing
- 2 cloves garlic , minced
- 1 tsp. anchovy paste (optional)
- Salt
- 1 pound sweet or hot Italian sausages (or a combination of both), casings removed
- 4 slices of provolone cheese
- 1/4 cup sun-dried-tomato pesto
- 4 round ciabatta rolls , split and toasted
DIRECTIONS
- In a large skillet, bring 1/4 inch of water to a boil. Add the spinach and cook, stirring, until just wilted, about 1 minute; drain and press out as much water as possible. Wipe out the skillet.
- In the same skillet, heat the 2 tablespoons of olive oil until shimmering. Add the garlic and anchovy paste and cook over high heat, stirring, until fragrant, 1 minute. Add the spinach, season with salt and stir just until coated, about 10 seconds.
- Light a grill or preheat a grill pan. Using slightly moistened hands, form the sausage meat into four 4-inch patties, about 3/4 inch thick. Brush the burgers with oil and grill over moderate heat until browned and crusty on the bottom, about 5 minutes. Carefully flip the burgers. Top with the cheese and grill until the burgers are cooked through and the cheese is melted, about 5 minutes longer. Spread the pesto on the rolls. Top with the burgers and spinach and serve.
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