Italian Sliders with Herbed Peas

By ccavaletti

Ingredients

• 1/4 c EVOO
• 2 onions, thinly sliced
• Salt and Pepper
• 5 c frozen peas
• 1 tsp fresh thyme leaves
• 2 tsp fresh lemon juice
• 1-1/2 lbs lean ground beef
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 pkg (12 count) small potato rolls
• 3/4 c grated Parmesan cheese

Details

Servings 4

Preparation

Step 1

In a large skillet, heat 2 Tbsp EVOO over medium heat. Add the onions and season with salt and pepper. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the onions are caramelized, 15 to 20 minutes.

Stir in 1/4 c water, increase the heat and boil until the liquid is almost evaporated.

Meanwhile, in a large saucepan, heat the remaining 2 Tbsp EVOO over medium heat. Add the peas and thyme and season with salt and pepper. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the peas are heated through, 8 minutes. Stir in the lemon juice.

Heat a grill pan over medium-high heat. In a medium bowl, combine the beef, garlic, 3/4 tsp salt and 1/4 tsp pepper. Form the mixture into 12 patties about 1/2 inch thick.

Grill the patties, flipping once, for 3 to 4 minutes for medium.

Place a patty on each roll. Top with the caramelized onions, cheese and roll tops. Serve with the peas.

From Everyday with Rachael Ray, November 2012.