There's nothing better with a great cut of meat than enjoying it with the vanilla, oak and caramel flavors of a fine bourbon. Celeb chef Michael Symon agrees. So this summer he's adding a great bourbon caramelized onion to his barbecue menu.

The recipe, part of Knob Creek's Meat Master Class video series, is so simple any weekend flame warrior can handle it, but it'll add a huge flavor boost to your burgers. Symon uses Knob Creek's oak and caramel-filled small batch bourbon to take the usual grilled onion to new heights. You'll never grill onions without it again. Why are you still reading this? Get outside and start the fire.

Burger with Knob Creek Caramelized Onions, Gruyere & Horseradish

Recipe by Celebrity Chef Michael Symon
Serves 4

Burger
Ingredients:
4, 6 oz. Beef Patties
4 slices of Gruyere Cheese
4 tablespoons Freshly Grated Horseradish
Salt & pepper to taste

Preparation:
1. Season burgers liberally with salt and pepper
2. Place burger on grill and cook to the preferred doneness
3. Top with onions then cheese
4. Once cheese is melted place on toasted bun and top with fresh horseradish and serve

Knob Creek Bourbon Caramelized Onions

Ingredients:
1 Yellow Onion Thinly Sliced
2 tablespoons Whole Unsalted Butter
4 oz. Knob Creek® Bourbon

Preparation:
1. In a 12 inch sauté pan heat 2 tablespoons butter until melted over medium heat
2. Add onions and a pinch of salt and slowly cook for 10-15 minutes until onions become golden
3. Turn up heat to medium high and add Knob Creek® Bourbon
4. Simmer for 2-3 minutes and set aside