Name: Classic Béarnaise Sauce Burger
Prep time: 25 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 35 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: French-inspired
Ingredients: 600 g ground beef (80/20 blend); 4 brioche buns, split and toasted; 115 g unsalted butter; 3 large egg yolks; 30 ml white wine vinegar; 30 ml dry white wine; 2 shallots, finely minced; 15 g fresh tarragon leaves, chopped; 15 ml lemon juice; 30 ml vegetable oil; 4 lettuce leaves; 1 large tomato, sliced; Salt and white pepper, to taste; Pinch of cayenne pepper

The Classic Béarnaise Sauce Burger elevates the humble hamburger to French bistro elegance with one of the world's most luxurious sauces. Béarnaise—a silky emulsion of butter, egg yolks, white wine vinegar, and fresh tarragon—is traditionally reserved for premium steaks, but it transforms a burger into something truly extraordinary. This is fine dining meets casual comfort food.

Béarnaise sauce is notoriously tricky to make, but the reward is pure decadence: velvety, rich, herb-scented butter that coats your palate with sophisticated flavor. The anise-like notes of fresh tarragon, the acidity from wine vinegar, and the luxurious butteriness create a sauce that's both elegant and indulgent. When it crowns a perfectly cooked beef patty, you understand why the French have perfected the art of sauce-making.

This burger is perfect for special occasions, date nights, or whenever you want to impress with restaurant-quality cooking at home. Pair it with crispy shoestring fries and a glass of red wine for the ultimate French-American fusion experience. It's proof that a burger can be both casual and elegant—comfort food with a pedigree.