Bunless burger with shallots & mashed potatoes

recipe

• Step 1
  Peel the potatoes and cut them into cubes.
• Step 2
  In a pot of salted boiling water, cook the potatoes for 15 minutes, or until fork tender.
• Step 3
  While the potatoes are cooking, chop the shallots and set aside.
• Step 4
  After 15 minutes, drain the potatoes.
• Step 5
  Add the potatoes to a bowl and season with salt & pepper. (Optional: add a pinch of nutmeg)
• Step 6
  Add the milk and butter (1 tbsp per person). Mash to the desired consistency. Cover and keep warm.
• Step 7
  Melt the rest of the butter in a pan on medium-heat, add the shallots and cook for 2 minutes.
• Step 8
  Add the beef patties to the pan and cook for 1-2 minutes on each side (or longer for more well-done meat). Add salt and pepper on each side.
• Step 9
  While the pan is still hot, add 2 tbsp water per person to the pan to create a jus. Let thicken for 1-2 minutes.
• Step 10
  Serve the burger with the mashed potatoes and sauce. Enjoy!