The Ultimate Hamburger Recipe

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Directions:

  1. 1. Set up the grill for direct grilling and preheat to high.
  2. 2. Place the chuck and sirloin in a large mixing bowl and mix with a wooden spoon, or mix the meat in a stand mixer fitted with a dough hook. If possible, avoid mixing the meat with your hands so your fingers don't warm it.
  3. 3. Wet your hands with cold water and divide the meat into 8 equal portions. Working quickly and with a light touch, pat each portion into a 1/2-inch-thick squarish patty. Generously season each patty on both sides with salt and pepper. Press an onion wedge into one side of each patty so that it's flush with the meat.
  4. 4. Lightly brush the bread slices with the butter, if using. Arrange the tomatoes and lettuce leaves on an attractive serving platter.
  5. 5. When ready to cook, brush and oil the grill grate. Place the burgers on the hot grate, onion side down. Grill the burgers until cooked to taste, 3 to 4 minutes per side for medium-rare. To test for doneness, insert an instant-read meat thermometer through the side of a burger into the center. The internal temperature should be about 145°F for medium-rare or, if using commercial ground beef, cook it to at least medium, 160°F.
  6. 6. Meanwhile, place the bread slices on the hot grate and grill until lightly toasted, 1 to 2 minutes per side.
  7. 7. To serve, place a lettuce leaf on top of a slice of toast. Top with a burger, tomato slice, and Cheese Sauce , if using. Slap a piece of toast on top and serve at once.
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Nutrition Facts

Per ServingPer 100 g
Amount Per 1 Serving
Calories 212.01 Kcal (888 kJ)
Calories from fat 89.85 Kcal
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 9.98g 15%
Cholesterol 112.09mg 37%
Sodium 113.93mg 5%
Potassium 540.17mg 11%
Total Carbs 0.77g 0%
Sugars 0.35g 1%
Dietary Fiber 0.21g 1%
Protein 29.96g 60%
Vitamin C 0.8mg 1%
Vitamin A 0.1mg 2%
Iron 2.2mg 12%
Calcium 22.5mg 2%
Amount Per 100 g
Calories 131.31 Kcal (550 kJ)
Calories from fat 55.65 Kcal
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 6.18g 15%
Cholesterol 69.43mg 37%
Sodium 70.56mg 5%
Potassium 334.58mg 11%
Total Carbs 0.48g 0%
Sugars 0.22g 1%
Dietary Fiber 0.13g 1%
Protein 18.56g 60%
Vitamin C 0.5mg 1%
Iron 1.4mg 12%
Calcium 13.9mg 2%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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Tastes

  • salty
  • savory
  • bitter
  • sweet
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Weightwatchers Points

  • 5
    Points
  • 5
    PointsPlus

Good Points

  • saturated fat free,
  • low sodium,
  • sugar free

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