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Classic Burger | Juicy Grilled Burgers for Memorial Day Cookouts

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  • Author: Anna
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: 8 burgers 1x
  • Category: Main Dishes
  • Method: Grilling
  • Cuisine: American

Description

These Classic Burgers are all about juicy, flavorful grilled goodness. Easy to prepare and using ground beef with a delightful spice mix, they make for the perfect backyard cookout dish and a satisfying meal for everyone!


Ingredients

Scale
  • 2 pounds ground beef
  • 4 tablespoons brown sugar
  • 2 tablespoons granulated garlic
  • 1 tablespoon smoked paprika
  • 1 tablespoon kosher salt
  • 1 tablespoon coarse ground black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon dry mustard
  • 8 hamburger buns
  • lettuce, tomato, red onion for serving
  • your favorite condiments

Instructions

  1. Prepare a grill fire to about 300° using hickory or oak wood for smoke.
  2. Mix the steak rub by combining brown sugar, garlic, smoked paprika, salt, pepper, and dry mustard together.
  3. Mix the seasoning blend into ground beef and form it into 8 patties with an indentation in the center of each.
  4. Place the patties over indirect heat on the grill and close the lid; cook for 5 minutes.
  5. Flip the burgers and continue cooking until they reach an internal temperature of 165°.
  6. Remove the burgers from the grill and serve on buns topped with lettuce, tomato, onion, and your favorite condiments.

Notes

Use a meat thermometer to check the internal temperature for safety.
Customize your burger toppings to suit your taste or guests’ preferences.
Consider toasting the buns for added flavor and texture.


Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 burger
  • Calories: 450
  • Sugar: 4g
  • Sodium: 800mg
  • Fat: 26g
  • Saturated Fat: 10g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 8g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 24g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 28g
  • Cholesterol: 80mg