Ingredients

  • 1 12 lbs ground chuck
  • 3 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 12 teaspoon pepper
  • 4 romaine lettuce leaves
  • 14 cup parmesan cheese, freshly shaved
  • romaine lettuce leaf (for platter) (optional)
  • 8 slices sourdough bread (about 4 x 3 x 1/2-inch)
  • extra virgin olive oil
  • 2 large garlic cloves, cut lengthwise into quarters

Method

  • Combine ground beef, minced garlic, 1 teaspoon salt and 1/2 teaspoon pepper in large bowl, mixing lightly but thoroughly.
  • Lightly shape into four 3/4-inch thick patties, shaping to fit the bread slices.
  • Place patties on grid over medium, ash-covered coals.
  • Grill, uncovered, 13 to 15 minutes to medium (160 degrees F) doneness, until not pink in center and juices show no pink color, turning occasionally.
  • Season with salt and pepper, as desired.
  • Meanwhile brush both sides of bread slices lightly with oil.
  • Place bread around outer edge of grid.
  • Grill a few minutes until lightly toasted, turning once.
  • Remove bread slices from grid.
  • Rub both sides of each slice with a garlic quarter.
  • Place one lettuce leaf on four of the bread slides; top each with a burger.
  • Sprinkle evenly with cheese; cover with remaining bread slices.
  • Cut burgers in half, if desired; arrange on lettuce-lined platter, if desired.