Gouda Basil Burger with Artichoke Pesto

Instructions

Prepare the burgers:
Mix the ground beef, honey, salt, pepper, garlic, and minced basil in a large bowl until just combined. Shape into four patties and press a small indentation into the center of each.

Make the artichoke pesto sauce:
Place the artichoke hearts, basil pesto, and yogurt into a blender or food processor. Blend until completely smooth.

Grill the burgers:
Heat the grill to high. Set the patties on the grill, close the lid, and cook for about 5 minutes. Flip and cook for another 3 minutes. Add two slices of Gouda to each patty, cover, and cook for an additional 1–2 minutes until the cheese is melted and the burgers are cooked through.

Prepare the buns:
Butter the cut sides of the buns and set them on the grill, butter-side down, until lightly toasted.

Assemble the burgers:
Spread the artichoke pesto sauce on the toasted buns. Layer with lettuce, tomato slices, onions, and the hot burger patties. Finish with fresh basil leaves and serve right away.