BBQ Burgers

Here are some ideas and recipes to try. We are a burger family. My boys would eat hot dogs and hamburgers every day and night, if only I would let them.

Inside-Out Bacon Cheeseburgers from Kraft Foods

Prep Time: 15 min Total Time: 33 min
Makes: 4 servings

What You Need!
1 lb. ground beef
3 Tbsp. KRAFT Ranch Dressing, divided
4 slices OSCAR MAYER Bacon, cooked, crumbled
2 KRAFT Singles, cut into quarters
4 hamburger buns, lightly toasted
4 lettuce leaves
8 slices tomato

Make It!

HEAT grill to medium heat.

MIX meat and 2 Tbsp. dressing; shape into 8 thin patties. Combine remaining dressing and bacon. Spoon onto centers of 4 patties; top with Singles quarters and remaining patties. Pinch edges together to seal.

GRILL 7 to 9 min. on each side or until burgers are done (160°F).

FILL buns with lettuce, burgers and tomatoes.

Kraft Kitchens Tips
Serving Suggestion
Enjoy this summer favorite with a skewer of grilled vegetables.
Substitute
Substitute 1/3 cup KRAFT Shredded Cheddar or Monterey Jack Cheese for the Singles.
Storing Ground Beef
Store ground beef in the coldest part of the refrigerator for up to 2 days. (The refrigerator temperature should be no higher than 40°F.) For longer storage, wrap the meat tightly in foil or freezer-weight plastic wrap and store in the freezer. When thawing, place the meat on the bottom shelf of the refrigerator to prevent any drippings from cross-contaminating other foods.
Nutrition Information: Calories 490 Total fat 26 g Saturated fat 9 g Cholesterol 90 mg Sodium
770 mg Carbohydrate 33 g Dietary fiber 2 g Sugars 2 g Protein 30 g Vitamin A 20 %DV Vitamin C 8 %DV Calcium 20 %DV Iron 25 %DV

Best-Ever Hamburgers from Family Fun

1 lb. lean ground beef
4 drops Worcestershire sauce
1 tsp. crushed oregano
Salt and pepper to taste
6 hamburger buns, split

Step 1 In a large bowl, combine the beef, Worcestershire, oregano, salt and pepper. Mix well and form the meat into 6 patties. When the coals are hot and evenly distributed, place the burgers in the center of the grill and set the buns, open-face down, to the outside edge. As soon as the buns are toasted, flip the burgers and place a bun top on each. This will help the meat cook through while the bread soaks up juices.

Serves 6.

Set out with your favorite condiments.

Healthy Grilled Burgers from Family Fun

Introducing strong-flavored vegetables is easier if the vegetables are not really seen. Here, the sharpness of watercress is lessened by mincing and combining it with sweet grated carrots.

3/4 lb. ground round beef
1/2 lb. ground turkey
1/2 cup dried bread crumbs
1/2 cup tofu
1/2 cup carrots, grated
1 cup watercress, finely chopped
1 small onion, finely chopped
3 tbsp. fresh parsley, chopped
Salt and pepper to taste
4 tbsp. olive oil

Step 1 Place all the ingredients except the olive oil in a large bowl and mix with your hands until well combined. Shape into patties 3/4 inch thick by 4 inches across. Lightly rub each side of the patties with the oil.

Step 2 Heat a grill until very hot. Cook the patties 5 minutes on each side (because of the turkey, they should not be pink). Serve immediately on hamburger buns or rolls. Makes 6 servings.

Step 3 Variation: In winter, use the same recipe to make meatballs. Form tablespoon-size meatballs. In a skillet, saute several at a time until all are brown. Remove and drain off fat. Line the bottom of the pan with 1/2 cup chopped cabbage, arrange the meatballs on top, and cover with 3 cups of good-quality tomato sauce. Bring to a boil, cover and simmer over very low heat for 35 minutes. Serve over pasta or rice.