Name: Sun-Dried-Tomato Burgers with Balsamic-Glazed Onions
Yield: Makes 8 servings
Ingredients: 3 pounds ground beef; 1 1/3 cups chopped drained sun-dried tomatoes packed in oil, 6 tablespoons oil reserved; 1/2 cup grated onion; 3 tablespoons dried basil; 2 teaspoons ground cumin; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper; 3 onions, halved, thinly sliced; 1/4 cup balsamic vinegar; 8 hamburger buns, toasted

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Sun-Dried-Tomato Burgers with Balsamic-Glazed OnionsScott Peterson

A mixture of ground sirloin and ground chuck works best for these. (Don't use lean or extra-lean meat — the burgers won't be nearly as juicy.) Cold beer is the perfect accompaniment, so put bottles of Indian pale ale on ice; for guests who prefer wine, pour a fruity Beaujolais.

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