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JaM Cellars and Lamb Burgers

Aug 27, 2017 · 18 Comments

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Give Summer a proper send off with these juicy Lamb Burgers paired alongside a glass of JaM Cellars.

Living the Gourmet: Give summer a proper send off with these juicy Lamb Burgers paired alongside a glass of JaM Cellars | #JaMwinetime #ad

Living the Gourmet: Give summer a proper send off with these juicy Lamb Burgers paired alongside a glass of JaM Cellars | #JaMwinetime #ad

The last time I wrote about JaM Cellars, the production of that piece corresponded with my visit to a dental surgeon, whose sterling chair-side manners found him lifting my spirits by goading me into ‘talking fancy’ about what wine would pair well with, of all things, his next fishing trip.

“Alright, so while I go over these pictures, talk fancy to me about wine for the least fancy fishing trip you can imagine,” he asked, in his charmingly Queens-Brooklyn mode of speech.

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However, this time around, I received my bottles from JaM Cellars under much more pleasant circumstances – the meeting of a new neighbor – actually, I met his ‘smokehouse’ first, but more on that later though. All things vinicultural being first – the wine. To start off, I received two bottles, in addition to several JaM branded wine glasses. First out of the box was the JaM Butter.

Aged in oak, JaM’s Butter features aromas of baked apples off the top of the glass, perforated by muted notes of sweetened lemon deeper into the glass. On sampling, the aptly named ‘Butter’ features a very creamy consistency, with stone fruit and lemon essence coating the mouth, and features a lasting vanilla finish.

Next up was the JaM Cabernet, which introduces itself with a deep red coloration on pouring, and ruby hue towards the edge of the glass. The wine greets with an intense aroma, very fruity and acidic off the top of the glass, with a bouquet of vanilla spice and vague herbals notes forming a distinct backdrop. On sampling, the nose largely carries over, featuring sharp berry notes – think ripe cherries, sliced dark berry, and hints of plum, with a smooth and lasting finish. Overall, a very pleasant wine, which served precisely the purpose I had in mind

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You see, the day after I received the bottles from JaM, I was sitting on my porch in the most pleasant of late summer weather, when from the side of the heretofore vacant home placed diagonally across from me, an enormous construct of black iron was wheeled out into the yard.

Now, when I think of ‘smokehouse’ I think of a quaint wooden structure, usually something portable – especially around here. This smokehouse, however, is a positively ‘gothic’ structure formed of blackened metal sitting atop an attached caged-in fire pit. The effect of lighting that iron pit creates a glowing black edifice like something plucked out of the most cliché of Halloween movies.

I simply had to walk to the edge of my dock for a closer look, which naturally resulted in my new neighbor and I exchanging introductions across the waterway. He announced, with all the pleasant pride of a new homeowner, that he intended on putting his smokehouse and barbecue to quick work, and after learning the nature of my business, he asked my opinion on what would be a good end of season spread, and what wine would pair nicely with that sort of event. Given the absolutely beautiful weather, I suggested something along the lines of lamb burgers and fruit salad, and to pair that with a laid back wine, specifically JaM Cellars, who make three easy-to-love, everyday California wines; Butter Chardonnay, JaM Cabernet, and Toast Sparkling.

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After returning to my porch, I had something akin to a culinary epiphany…why not take my own advice? After all, I had a few bottles from JaM Cellars on hand – the JaM Butter and the JaM Cabernet, which together would create the perfect framing for precisely the sort of spread I had recommended to my neighbor.

Granted, this would create a sort of cross-river ‘Battle of the Burgers,’ but I can certainly think of worse battles to wage.

That said, I decided to set up my porch for a party with my ‘crew’ here at Living the Gourmet.

Living the Gourmet: Give summer a proper send off with these juicy Lamb Burgers paired alongside a glass of JaM Cellars | #JaMwinetime #ad

To start things off, we’d open the JaM Butter, which we would be serving alongside a melon salad tossed with mint leaves and fresh feta cheese.

Living the Gourmet: Give summer a proper send off with these juicy Lamb Burgers paired alongside a glass of JaM Cellars | #JaMwinetime #ad

From there, we prepare the lamb burgers, which of course we’ll be serving with JaM Cabernet. To start things off, we mix the lamb meat with chunks of feta, fresh ground black pepper, fresh rosemary, fresh Italian parsley, and salt. After forming them into your desired size. While I prefer nice large beef burgers, I tend to mix lamb burgers more on the ‘medium’ end of the spectrum – but this is purely a matter of preference. From there, simply grill about four minutes per side to achieve a nice medium-rare coloration.

After that, serve on sliced Italian bread with fresh Tzatziki sauce, the recipe for which is outlined below.

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Lamb Burgers and Tzatziki Sauce

10 minPrep Time

15 minCook Time

25 minTotal Time

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Ingredients

    For the Lamb Burgers:
  • 2 lbs. of fresh ground lamb
  • ½ tsp. salt
  • ½ tsp. fresh ground black pepper
  • ¼ cup of fresh Italian parsley
  • 1 tsp. fresh rosemary, chopped
  • Italian bread for serving
  • For the Tzatziki Sauce:
  • 2 cups of plain yogurt
  • ¼ of English cucumber
  • 2 cloves of garlic
  • 1 tbs. fresh lemon juice
  • 2 tbs. fresh Italian parsley
  • Pinch of salt
  • Dash of fresh ground black pepper

Instructions

    For the Lamb Burgers:
  1. Combine all the ingredients for the lamb burgers in a large bowl and mix. Form into burgers of desired size.
  2. Heat a large griddle rubbed down with a little bit of olive oil.
  3. Place the burgers on the griddle and grill to desired doneness. It is better not to overcook the burger and for this will dry them out. For one inch burgers about 4 minutes per side for medium rare. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read 160 degrees F. (70 degrees C).
  4. Serve on fresh Italian bread with the Tzatziki sauce.
  5. For the Tzatziki Sauce:
  6. Combine all the ingredients for the Tzatziki Sauce in a food processor and process to desired consistency.
  7. Refrigerate until ready to use. Serve with the lamb burgers and alongside the lamb burgers for dipping the burger.
  8. Enjoy with a glass of Butter Chardonnay or JaM Cabernet.
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That said, it was a lovely end of summer evening, with the wines from JaM helping to accentuate the laid back atmosphere. Needless to say, I can wholeheartedly recommend JaM Cellars to any of my readers looking for easy-to-love, accessibly priced wines.

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Cheers!

I was selected for this opportunity as a member of CLEVER and the content and opinions expressed here are all my own.

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Comments

  1. Big Daddy Dave says

    28/08/2017 at 1:40 am

    Catherine, That melon salad with feta cheese and mint leaves looks great and sounds even better. We recently had a feta cheese 'dip' with some sourdough bread...just small pieces of feta in quality olive oil with fresh lemon. It was so good! Love the lamb burgers too! Most commercially made ones are loaded with onions or other unnecessary ingredients. Your simple recipe with salt, pepper and rosemary sounds perfect. Have to buy some ground lamb now! Yours are cooked perfectly too... Thanks and Take Care, Big Daddy Dave
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  2. [email protected]'s Recipes says

    28/08/2017 at 5:02 am

    Have never had a lamb burger...it looks really juicy and tender.
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  3. Joanna @ Everyday Made Fresh says

    28/08/2017 at 7:47 pm

    We eat some form of burgers once a week. From chicken and beef, to pork. I haven't made a lamb burger, but I bet it's so good.
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  4. Pam says

    28/08/2017 at 7:57 pm

    I could sure go for a glass of that wine now, Catherine! Bill and rest of family would love these lamb burgers and I bet I would like it also with that great cucumber sauce. Burgers are fabulous on the grill in the summertime and you did this all up perfectly. It's a go with the lamb burgers, a must try! Thanks for the recipe and have a fabulous week! Hugs
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  5. Kallee says

    28/08/2017 at 8:08 pm

    I always like to find a good twist on a burger recipe. These look delicious!
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  6. Rachel Teodoro says

    28/08/2017 at 8:42 pm

    Everything looks amazing! I need to get a glass of that wine and give it a try tonight!
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  7. Marlynn | UrbanBlissLife says

    28/08/2017 at 11:54 pm

    This all sounds so incredible. I bet the rosemary in the burgers adds such a yummy touch. That chardonnay also sounds like it is the perfect compliment to the meal!
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  8. Veronika says

    29/08/2017 at 12:52 am

    I love that you use Italian bread! and a glass of wine works great with it)
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  9. Lane & Holly @ With Two Spoons says

    29/08/2017 at 1:35 am

    I love the addition of Tzatziki! Sounds perfect!
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  10. christine says

    29/08/2017 at 2:26 am

    I haven't had lamb in ages but these burgers are giving me a major craving.
    Reply
  11. Jen says

    29/08/2017 at 3:15 am

    I've never had a lamb burger before but it looks delicious! Paired with a glass of wine and you've talked me into trying it!
    Reply
  12. Adriana Lopez Martin says

    29/08/2017 at 5:20 am

    Perfect bites for the perfect wines. Love everything about this meal and yoru pictures are so beautiful. Great posting!
    Reply
  13. Veena Azmanov says

    29/08/2017 at 12:17 pm

    Delicious food with perfect wine. Now there's what I call a big treat. The lamb burger looks like it's baked to perfection. That tzatziki Sauce looks so refreshing.
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  14. Juli Purcell says

    29/08/2017 at 5:46 pm

    Sounds like a great neighbor! And an even GREATER meal!!! That butter chardonay makes me feel happy. AWESOMENESS!
    Reply
  15. Marisa Franca @ All Our Way says

    29/08/2017 at 5:49 pm

    I've never had that brand of wine and I certainly would be extremely happy to sample it. Now, is that wine full-bodied like a Pinot Noir? I wondered about having it with that delicious looking juicy lamb burger. Seriously I'm happy with most wines and I wouldn't refuse either -- red or white. I usually look forward to our pizza night, but after seeing that lamb, the pizza is a little bit of a let down. I'll just drown my sorrow in my glass of wine. ;-)
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  16. Kim says

    31/08/2017 at 12:30 am

    Yummy! Looks delicious!
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  17. Jacob McKinley says

    08/09/2017 at 2:57 am

    My lunch is often hamburger, because it is easy to make. I'll try your lamb burger tomorrow.
    Reply

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