Monday, August 2, 2010

Bobby Flay's Crunchburger


I've always liked things that were different or unique. Growing up, everyone used to tease me because I always liked the boys with red hair. I think I dated every redhead in high school. They just stood out to me. Over a period of time, everyone started referring to me as "carrot girl". I ended up marrying someone with hair dark enough to be labeled as black, but somehow we managed to have the cutest little redhead of our own! When my son was born with red hair I was more than tickled.

Food Network first premiered when I was in high school, at the very height of my craze with red hair. I was smitten with Bobby Flay from the beginning. To say that I thought he was cute would be an understatement.

I got the chance to meet Bobby last fall during a food show in Lexington. He was so charismatic and carried himself so well. When he opened up the floor for questions I had to play along. Shy as I am, I walked to the mic. I wasn't going to miss out on this opportunity. While standing in line, I pondered over what to say. The only thing that kept coming into my mind was how gorgeous he was. When it was my turn to speak I opened up my mouth and told him that I had been a fan since the 90's. Then I preceded to tell him just how gorgeous he is. All the ladies in the audience chuckled and Bobby handed me this Caramel Apple Shortcake with Apple Cider Reduction.

Meeting Bobby was such a fun experience and I'm so happy that I "grabbed the bull by the horns" and spoke to him. I vowed then and there to start making some of Bobby's recipes, but as always I've gotten sidetracked...until now.

Presenting Bobby Flay's Crunchburger
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The Crunchburger is Bobby's signature burger. I can see why. The burger is topped with a potato chips and a horseradish mustard mayo (Bobby must know I love mustard)!

Making the Crunchburger is as simple as whipping up a quick mustard sauce and frying up some burgers. I really loved the addition of the crunchy chips topping the burger and I especially loved the zippy tang of the Horseradish Mustard Mayo. The Crunchburger is my submission to this months Blogger Burger Club Challenge over at my friend Reeni's blog, Cinnamon Spice & Everything Nice. I'm going to give it a 3.5 rating (out of a possible 4). It was definitely a terrific, messy, and delicious burger! You can find the recipe for Bobby's Crunchburger online HERE at the Food Network website.

I'm also submitting the Crunchburger to my pal Deb @ Kahakai Kitchen for her weekly Souper Sundays roundup of soups, salad and sammies.

NOTE: Me and my Zoku Quick Pop Maker have recently gotten a divorce. This week's popsicle is trapped in the Zoku chambers, which is why I'm bringing you the Crunchburger in place of Popsicle of the Week. Popsicle of the Week will be back next Monday.

23 comments:

  1. I was looking at his burgers on Food Network last night and this one jumped out at me too. Cute story. I may have to look for that Caramel Apple Shortcake.

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  2. Adorable story! I like Bobby Flay as well and purchased his Burger book a while ago. Needless to say everything in this book is delicious and with a little twist. This burger is no exception and I think my family would be all over this one. We like chips on the side when we have burgers so why not top the burger with it! Great post! :o)

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  3. Oh I'm so jealous Kim!! I can't believe you met Bobby Flay, you lucky think, lol! The closest I've ever come to Bobby is eating at his restaurant, Mesa Grill, in Vegas. Of course he was probably thousands of miles away. I'll be making my Bobby burger this weekend - just have to decide which one to make. Yours looks awesome!! Great burger!

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  4. This burger sounds insane! But what's even more insane is the guts you must have had to say that to Bobby. I'm impressed Kim. I need to take lessons from you.

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  5. That's too funny...do you see a reconciliation in the future, then ;) ? And I love that you told Bobby Flay how gorgeous he was!! I haven't tried a famous crunch burger...but I totally want to!

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  6. I am so jealous that you got to meet Bobbie! The only time I would hate to meet him is if I were someone that they had chosen for a Throwdown - not that that would ever happen, but those people always act excited to go up against him! This looks so delicious. I love the idea of chips on the burger and the kick of the horseradish. I am a burger lover.

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  7. Hilarious story. The burger looks like a winner. So sorry about the divorce! There is always Tupperware.
    Mimi

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  8. My husband is a die hard Bobby Flay fan. he swears by Bobby's grilling books. When Bobby was originally doing his stint on Iron Chef America, I thought he was arrogant and cocky. I did not like him. Then over the last 2-3 years, he seems different to me and now I adore him. His food is fabulous. We had the opportunity to eat at his restaurant in NYC Mesa Grill. We were not disappointed-it was wonderful.

    That is so awesome about taking the opportunity to talk to him through the open mic. I would have been swooning. I know my husband would have just been beside himself had he had the same opportunity.
    I am bookmarking this recipe. I know this is a recipe my family would enjoy.

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  9. this looks so good! and i love the story too. i also like the idea of chips in the burger, i used to always put chips in my peanut butter sandwiches and french fries in my burgers when i was younger.

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  10. Great post! And funny! Sorry about the Zoku. Any chance for reconciliation?

    When I saw "crunchburger" I wasn't sure what to expect. I had a few guesses. Potato chips were not on my list of reasons why the burger is crunchy! Sounds fun though.

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  11. oh your so cute and how cool you got to meet him you cook the best food

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  12. i so wish i could reach in the screen adn stuff that burger in my face! it looks so good! i love that you got to meet your celebrity crush, and talk to him! i'm afraid i would just stand there and giggle until someone had to take me away, lol!

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  13. I just love chips on burgers, and all sorts of sandwiches. I can't believe you told BF you think he's gorgeous...you're a brave one!!

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  14. OMG!!! I laughed soo hard at your meeting Bobby story;) This burger looks totally divine!!! Chips on a burger-can't go wrong there!!!

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  15. Okay this burger has my attention! The cheese oozing over the side and the layer of chips, I am in! I am a fan of Bobby's as well but I have never had the chance to meet him or any of the food network stars nor have I made one of his dishes. I think it is awesome that he was nice enough to share his dessert with you after you gushed about him on the mic. This will be on my list of burgers to try the second that I get my boxes unpacked in CA.

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  16. So funny to hear about your red-head obsession..to be honest, I don't think we had any red-headed guys in my classes growing up. But I agree, Bobby is good looking, and obviously has great looking recipes, like this one!

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  17. 1. Your pictures do this burger a world of justice! I am totally smitten with it! Thanks for making and sending it to Burger Club!

    2. I had the biggest crush on a boy with red hair throughout high school. We never got together but the funny thing is he lives right up the street from me now - with his wife! I think that is so cute that your son has red hair. Heaven-sent.

    3. I'm jealous! Bobby made you a dessert! How sweet. I probably wouldn't of had the nerve to say anything...I would of been star-struck.

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  18. hahaha...that is hilarious Kim! Good for you, I wouldn't have had the nerve to go up to the mic.

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  19. Bummer about the pop maker but this burger makes the no popsicle this week OK. ;-) The burger looks perfectly messy and delicious and made all the more special because of your "Bobby moment!"

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  20. Ahhhh okay, now I get it! I can forgive you now for your fascination with Bobby. Its the hair. :)

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  21. I don't see too many redheads in South Florida. What a neat story and now I want that burger.

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