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Ingredients
- vegetable oil for frying
- 2 pounds russet potatoes peeled and cut into sticks
- 1 1/4 pounds ground beef
- 1 onion finely diced
- 1 egg
- 4 slices mozzarella cheese
- 4 hamburger buns split
- 4 tablespoons pesto ready-made
- tomato slices
- lettuce
- basil leaves for garnish
Method
- Heat 1 1/2 inches oil to 325°F in a large heavy pot over medium heat. Add the potatoes in batches and fry for 4-5 mins per batch until cooked but not colored. Drain on paper towels. Reserve the oil.
- Mix together the beef, onion and egg and season with salt and pepper. Shape the mixture into 4 large patties. Heat a little more oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat, add the patties and cook for 4-5 mins per side for medium. Top with the mozzarella; cover and cook for 1 min until the cheese has melted.
- Meanwhile, heat the oil to 350°F. Refry the potatoes in batches for 4-5 mins per batch until golden and crisp. Drain on clean paper towels.
- Brush the bottom halves of the buns with a little pesto. Top each with some lettuce and tomato, then a burger and more pesto. Sandwich with the bun tops, garnish with the basil and serve with the French fries.
