Zesty Barbecue Cheeseburgers
Who can resist a juicy Ground Beef burger with extra zip from barbecue sauce?
Cook Time: 25 Minutes
Servings: 4
Ingredients: 6
Ingredients
Preparation
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Step 1
Combine Ground Beef, chopped onion and 2 tablespoons barbecue sauce in medium bowl, mixing lightly but thoroughly. Shape into four 1/2-inch thick patties.
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Step 2
Place patties on grid over medium, ash-covered coals. Grill, covered, 8 to 10 minutes (over medium heat on preheated gas grill, 7 to 9 minutes) until instant-read thermometer inserted horizontally into center registers 160°F, turning occasionally. About 1 minute before burgers are done, brush with remaining 2 tablespoons barbecue sauce and top with cheese.
Cooking Tip: Cooking times are for fresh or thoroughly thawed ground beef. Ground beef should be cooked to an internal temperature of 160°F. Color is not a reliable indicator of ground beef doneness.
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Step 3
Line bottom half of each bun with lettuce, sliced red onion and tomato, as desired; top with burger. Close sandwiches.
Nutrition Information
430 Calories
7.7g SAT FAT
31g PROTEIN
4.3 mg IRON
6.5 mg ZINC
* Based on a 2,000 calorie diet
** Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet
Nutrition information per serving using 93% lean ground beef: 430 Calories; 150.3 Calories from fat; 16.7g Total Fat (7.7 g Saturated Fat; 0.1 g Trans Fat; 1.1 g Polyunsaturated Fat; 3.6 g Monounsaturated Fat;) 105 mg Cholesterol; 578 mg Sodium; 30 g Total Carbohydrate; 3.6 g Dietary Fiber; 8.7 g Total Sugars; 31 g Protein; 0 g Added Sugars; 269.1 mg Calcium; 4.3 mg Iron; 425 mg Potassium; 0 mcg Vitamin D; 0.3 mg Riboflavin; 8.6 mg NE Niacin; 0.4 mg Vitamin B6; 2.8 mcg Vitamin B12; 226 mg Phosphorus; 6.5 mg Zinc; 39.9 mcg Selenium; 95.8 mg Choline.
This recipe is an excellent source of Protein, Calcium, Iron, Riboflavin, Niacin, Vitamin B6, Vitamin B12, Zinc, and Selenium; and a good source of Dietary Fiber, Phosphorus, and Choline.
462 Calories
9.4g SAT FAT
26g PROTEIN
3.6 mg IRON
4.9 mg ZINC
* Based on a 2,000 calorie diet
** Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet
Nutrition information per serving using 80% lean ground beef, 1 burger: 462 Calories; 197.1 Calories from fat; 21.9g Total Fat (9.4 g Saturated Fat; 0.6 g Trans Fat; 1.2 g Polyunsaturated Fat; 6.1 g Monounsaturated Fat;) 88 mg Cholesterol; 575 mg Sodium; 30 g Total Carbohydrate; 3.4 g Dietary Fiber; 8.7 g Total Sugars; 26 g Protein; 0 g Added Sugars; 279.4 mg Calcium; 3.6 mg Iron; 343 mg Potassium; 0 mcg Vitamin D; 0.3 mg Riboflavin; 8.6 mg NE Niacin; 0.4 mg Vitamin B6; 2.1 mcg Vitamin B12; 178 mg Phosphorus; 4.9 mg Zinc; 35.4 mcg Selenium; 66.3 mg Choline.
This recipe is an excellent source of Protein, Calcium, Riboflavin, Niacin, Vitamin B6, Vitamin B12, Zinc, and Selenium; and a good source of Dietary Fiber, Phosphorus, and Choline.
The Essential Ingredients
- Ground Beef: Also called ‘hamburger,’ is made by grinding beef cuts and beef trim. It works well in dishes that require crumbles, and typically any leanness of Ground Beef works well in dishes – just be sure to drain any remaining fat after cooking.
- Red Onion: A versatile root vegetable with a pungent flavor and argueably a vibrant ‘purple’ hue (and sometimes even called a purple onion). Eat them raw, in dishes like salads, or pickled and used as a topping for tacos, enchiladas and stews.
- BBQ Sauce: Typically made from a base of tomatoes, vinegar, brown sugar, molasses and spices. Commonly used as a basting or dipping sauce.
- Cheddar Cheese: Originating from England, Cheddar is a cow’s milk cheese with a creamy texture. It ranges in flavor (from mild to extra sharp- depending on how long it ages) and varies in color (from white to vibrant orange). It can be eaten as a snack, used as a garnish or shredded, sliced or cut into chunks.
- Hamburger Buns: A soft, round roll designed to hold burger patties and toppings. They are typically light and fluffy and easy to bite into.
Safe Handling Tips:
- Wash hands with soap and water before cooking and always after touching raw meat.
- Separate raw meat from other foods.
- Wash all cutting boards, utensils, and dishes after touching raw meat.
- Do not reuse marinades used on raw foods.
- Wash all produce prior to use.
- Cook steaks and roasts until temperature reaches 145°F for medium rare, as measured by a meat thermometer, allowing to rest for three minutes.
- Cook Ground Beef to 160°F as measured by a meat thermometer.
- Refrigerate leftovers promptly.
For more information on degree of doneness and other cooking tips.
For more information on safe food handling and beef safety.
Frequently Asked Questions
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What are some tips to a perfectly cooked burger patty?
There are so many, but here are our top tips! Keep the seasoning simple, avoid overworking the ground beef when shaping, chill before cooking and rest patties before serving.
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What's the secret to juicy burgers?
There’s no real secret! Just be mindful not to overmix the meat mixture or overcook burgers to keep them moist, juicy and flavorful.
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Can I cook the burgers other ways, besides grilling?
A stovetop grill pan, griddle or skillet can be used in place of grilling.
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What's the best way to melt the cheese on top of burgers?
Add cheese during the last few minutes of cooking. The residual heat will melt cheese. You can also cover burgers , to trap heat, for melting cheese.
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