Hamburger à la Normande

This Normandy-inspired hamburger combines a juicy beef patty with sautéed apples and onions, a creamy mustard sauce and melted Camembert. The result balances savory, sweet and tangy flavors.

Ingredients

• 4 hamburger buns
• 500 g ground beef
• 1 tart apple, thinly sliced
• 1 onion, thinly sliced
• 120 g Camembert, sliced
• 120 ml heavy cream
• 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
• 1 tablespoon butter
• Salt and black pepper

Preparation

1. Divide the ground beef into four equal portions and shape them into patties. Season both sides with salt and pepper.
2. Melt the butter in a skillet over medium heat. Cook the onion until softened, then add the apple slices and sauté until lightly golden. Transfer to a plate.
3. Cook the patties in the same skillet until browned and cooked to your preferred doneness.
4. Reduce the heat. Stir the cream and Dijon mustard into the pan juices, then simmer briefly until the sauce lightly coats a spoon.
5. Top each patty with Camembert and cover the skillet for a minute or two, allowing the cheese to soften.
6. Toast the buns, then assemble each burger with a patty, sautéed apple and onion, and a spoonful of mustard cream sauce.

Serving Suggestions

Serve immediately with a green salad, roasted potatoes or crisp fries. For a sharper contrast, add a small handful of dressed arugula or a few cornichons.