Homemade Hamburgers

Front close up view of a homemade hamburger dressed with toppings.

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Juicy homemade hamburgers are always a crowd pleaser. A simple recipe with a flavorful seasoning mix makes the best burgers every time!

Prep Time10

Cook Time18

Total Time28

Course: Dinner, Lunch

Cuisine: American

Total Cost: $14.32 recipe / $3.58 serving

Servings: burgers

Calories: 539kcal

Author: Marsha McDougal

Equipment

Indoor Grill

Ingredients

2 Tbsp butter, softened $0.26
4 burger buns $2.24
1 batch Homemade Burger Seasoning $0.33
1 lb. ground beef chuck $6.29

Optional Toppings

4 slices cheddar cheese $1.24
4 leaves iceberg lettuce $0.37
1 tomato, sliced into thin rounds $1.15
1/4 red onion, sliced into thin rounds $0.39
12 dill pickle slices $0.93
1/4 cup Comeback Sauce (1 Tbsp per burger or more) $1.12

Instructions

Preheat the indoor grill to 325°F*. Spread the softened butter on the cut side of your burger buns. Place the cut sides down on the grill to toast the buns for a few minutes until lightly golden brown. Set the buns to the side.
Mix together the spices for the homemade burger seasoning and set aside.
Next divide the ground beef into four equal portions. Gently shape the beef into round burger patties about ½ - 1-inch thick, being careful not to overwork the meat.
Generously season the burgers with ¼ to ½ tsp of burger seasoning on each side of the burger patty.
Add the burgers to the grill, lower the lid, and cook for 7-8 minutes per side or until the internal temperature reaches 160°F. Add the cheddar cheese slices to the burgers during the last 1-2 minutes of the cook time. Remove the burgers from the grill, assemble with your favorite toppings, and enjoy!

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Notes

*Heat your indoor grill to 325°F or according to the manufacturer instructions. If using an outdoor grill, heat the grill to medium heat.

**Nutrition calculation does not include burger seasoning or comeback sauce.

Nutrition

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