Burgers are a summer staple and we're here to make sure you're equipped to make the best burgers yet. Follow our recipe and simple tips, then sit back, relax and watch your friends and neighbors chow down with delight. One of the biggest mistakes you can make when grilling burgers is handling them too much. You want to form your patties quickly and loosely, season with salt and pepper and then place them on a well heated grill. Another great piece of advice is to only flip the burgers once and DO NOT (for the love of grass-fed beef!) press down on your patties. Doing this only releases the moisture that'll make your burgers the juiciest in town. And backyard grilling is about creating envy among grillers, no?!
To make these burgers you will need: 11/2 pounds of ground chuck, 80% lean coarse salt ground black pepper 4 slices sharp cheddar 4 large burger buns 4 lettuce leaves 4 slices tomato ½ sweet onion, sliced into thick rings Mayo and ketchup, optional 4 burger buns from the Co-op Bakery
Prepare and heat grill. Gently form four patties, being careful not to over-handle as it can lead to tough meat. Generously season both sides with salt and pepper. Place burgers directly over flame and grill for 3 minutes. Flip over and place once slice of cheese on cooked side. Grill for 4-5 more minutes for medium. Toast buns on grill. Place burger on bun and top with veggies, mayo and ketchup.