Grill Cheeseburger

Grill Cheeseburger

THE ULTIMATE CHEESEBURGER ON A GRILL

• The grill is a very nostalgic thing. Most people remember their fathers standing over the grill during the summer and braving the huge flames to turn out some burnt hot dogs and shriveled hockey pucks posing as hamburgers. Those simple items have advanced now and some people make their teriyaki tofu with asparagus spears. Some like to cook other meats like pork chops and steaks in place of hamburgers and brats and other sausages instead of simple hot dogs. I'm a huge chicken fan myself. But every once in a while I like to revisit my childhood and wrap my lips around a great burger. I don't have my father's grill. My grill runs off of gas and is easily controlled. His was a fire hazard that made a huge mess each time it was lit.

• The convenience of the gas grill prompted me to a play around with some burger recipes frequently until I found one that I absolutely love. It's ridiculously simple and utterly fantastic. This burger recipe is a thick and juicy beef burger smothered in Monterey jack and white cheddar cheese with grilled onions and a toasted bun. I even threw in a chipotle mayonnaise with a lot of black pepper for an extra kick.

Ultimate Grilled Cheeseburgers:

• This burger is going to be screaming with bold flavors. At the store, pay attention to the fat content of your hamburger. I don't necessarily care for one cut of beef over the other for this recipe. Ground round, chuck, whatever you can find will work just fine. Make sure it has at least 20% fat content, however. Next, we'll need a small bottle of liquid smoke, a bottle of Worcestershire sauce, an big onion, (yellow, white, red, it doesn't matter) a can of chipotle peppers, white cheddar and jack cheese, mayonnaise if you don't have it. Be sure to pick up your favorite hamburger buns. And if you want anymore fixings like lettuce, tomato, pickles, then be sure to grab them.

• Mixing the burgers should be easy. Just place the meat into a big bowl, add 1 tablespoon of liquid smoke, 1 tablespoon of Worcestershire sauce and some salt and pepper to taste. And my secret ingredient for holding these burgers together is 1 medium sized egg. These amounts are based on 1 pound of beef. For every extra pound, add another tablespoon and another egg. 1 pound should yield approximately 4 burgers. After mixed, begin to form the burger shape and place on a platter or cookie sheet.

• Turn your grill to medium and let it heat up for 10 minutes or so. While the grill's getting warm, we want to mix that chipotle mayonnaise. In a blender, mix 1 cup of mayo with 3 of the chipotle peppers and some of the red sauce in the can, then add some black pepper to taste and blend together. If you want, you can spruce this up with anything in your house: mustard, lime juice, bourbon, etc. This recipe is really spicy so if you're concerned with the heat, just use 1 or 2 peppers.

• Peel your onion and cut it in slices about ¼ inches thick. Make sure to place these onions on your grills racks with the burgers. Turn then when you turn the burgers. Once the grill is hot, place the burgers on. They should cook relatively quickly and the fire will begin to flame broil the burgers when the fat starts to drip out. Let them cook for 5 minutes per side, cut the heat completely off, and add the cheese to each burger. I use a lot of cheese and let it melt on for about 5 minutes. Also, before closing the lid with the heat off, place your hamburger burns, cut side down, on the grill racks to let them get toasted. Brush the buns with the chipotle mayonnaise and build the burger you want. These burgers are amazing and you will definitely want more than one.

HOW TO COOK HAMBURGERS :

Cook Hotdog

Cook Hotdog

 6 Different Ways to Cook Hotdog

• Learn to cook  hot dogs six different ways for when you are short on time, or short on money. A hot dog is an easy choice for lunch or dinner. Hot dogs  certainly aren't the picture of healthy eating, but if you're eating a varied and balanced diet, a hot dog once in a while isn't so horrible. There are many ways to prepare a hot dog, each creating a different taste and texture. Experiment with different hot dog brands until you find your favorite. 

STEP 1 :

• Microwave. I was surprised to find out when a friend of mine had no idea you could cook hot dogs in the microwave. This is my preferred method and how we ate them growing up. Just pop the hot dog on a plate in the microwave and cook for 30-45 seconds. Just that fast, it's cooked and ready to eat.

 STEP 2 :

• Boiled. Boiling hot dogs is a popular way to prepare them. This is a very easy way to cook hot dogs and will yield a different texture than with some of the other cooking methods. Bring a pot of water to boil, make sure it is enough to cover your hot dogs. Once boiling, add the hot dogs and turn your water down to medium-high and cook for 6 to 7 minutes. Try boiling hot dogs in beer for a different flavor.

STEP 3 :

• Oven cooked. To cook hot dogs in the oven makes them very yummy. If you're planning on a quick dinner, turn the oven to 425 or 450 degrees and throw in some frozen french fries per the package directions. When there is about 10-12 minutes left on your fries add the hot dogs to the same pan the fries are on in the oven. Roll them around a few times while they are cooking and make sure that don't overcook.

 STEP 4:

• Pigs 'n the blanket. Cooking hot dogs this way is super easy and fun for the little ones. Buy a pack of hot dogs and 2 cans of 8 count crescent rolls. Heat your oven per the crescent roll package directions. Cut the uncooked hot dogs in half and wrap with the uncooked dough. You can cut a slit in your hot dog and put in cheese before rolling it up. Cook for 12 to 15 minutes, or until the dough is cooked through. You may need to flip them around a bit as they brown on the bottom.

 STEP 5:

• Campfire. If you're lucky enough to have a big enough yard for an approved campfire, why not throw some hot dogs on the fire? You can use sticks or skewers to cook hot dogs over the fire until they are heated through. No room for a fire in your yard? Check out a self-contained fire pit that can be purchased for less than $100.

STEP 6 :

• Grilled. Having a cook out, or just whipping up dinner, to cook hot dogs on the grill is quick and easy. Heat your grill to a medium-high heat and add the hot dogs. Cook until the hot dogs are heated through. Make sure to turn them while cooking, for about 10 minutes.

HOW TO COOK HAMBURGERS ;

Cook Hamburger

Cook Hamburger

INGREDIENTS :
1 lb. ground beef
spatulas
2-3 button mushrooms cut into fourths
1-2 minced scallions
1 tsp. red wine vinegars
hamburger buns
mixing bowls
heavy frying pans
Hamburger Buns
Heavy Frying Pans
Mixing Bowls
Spatulas
Spatulas
Mixing bowls
1-2 minced scallions
1 lb. ground beef
2-3 button mushrooms cut into fourths
1 tsp. red wine vinegars
 
PREPARATIONS :

• Put minced scallions and chopped mushrooms in bowl.

• Add red wine vinegar.

• Add ground beef to bowl.

• Mix everything together with your hands.

• Flatten the beef into four patties that are 1/2-inch thick and 5 inches in diameter.

Cook Patties

• Set stove-top grill or burner to medium-high.

• Preheat nonstick frying pan. The pan is the correct temperature when a drop of water dances on its surface rather than sticking to it.

• Place patties in the pan and cook for 2 to 3 minutes.

• Flip patties and cook for another minute, and then add sliced cheese to the tops of patties if desired.

• Cover pan and allow burgers to cook for a final 2 minutes. Cook 3 to 4 minutes for well-done burgers.

• Remove hamburgers from pan and place in hamburger buns.

• Add condiments and toppings such as ketchup, mustard, sliced tomatoes, lettuce, red onions and pickles.

HOW TO COOK HAMBURGERS :

Recipe Cheeseburger

Recipe Cheeseburger

• If take-out burgers call your name, this is, hands down, the Biggest Loser burger recipe for you! It’s much leaner than any burger you’ll find at a fast food restaurant, but the sauce makes it taste so reminiscent of them. For variety, you might try making your burger recipe with a low-carb tortilla instead of a hamburger bun and adding a few more pickles.

INGREDIENTS :

1 tablespoon low-fat mayonnaise
1/2 teaspoon ketchup
1/2 teaspoon yellow mustard
1/4 pound 96% lean ground beef
1 slice (3/4 ounce) fat-free American cheese (optional)
1 whole-grain or whole-wheat hamburger bun
1/4 cup chopped romaine lettuce leaves
1 thin slice red onion
3 dill pickle rounds

PREPARATIONS :

• In a small bowl, combine the mayonnaise, ketchup, and mustard. Stir to mix. Set aside. Shape the beef into a patty that is about 1/2" wider than the bun.

• Preheat a medium nonstick skillet or grill rack on high heat. Place the patty on the pan or grill. Cook for 1 to 2 minutes per side, or until desired doneness. (Do not smash the burger with the spatula.) About 30 seconds before the burger is cooked, top with the cheese, if desired. Place the bun halves, cut sides down, on the pan or grill. Cook for about 45 seconds, or until toasted.

• Place the bun bottom on a serving plate. Top with the patty, lettuce, onion, and pickles. Spread the reserved sauce evenly over the inside of the bun top. Flip onto the burger. Serve immediately.

 OTHER RECIPES :
INGREDIENTS :

2 pounds ground beef, lean
1 tablespoon steak sauce, your favorite
1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
1/4 teaspoon hot pepper sauce
2 teaspoons salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1 1/2 cups shredded American or mild Cheddar cheese
1/2 cup finely chopped onion

PREPARATIONS :

• Combine ground beef, steak sauce, Worcestershire sauce, hot sauce, salt, and pepper. Shape mixture into 8 hamburger patties. Broil patties 4 inches from heat for 6 minutes. Turn and broil for 4 to 6 minutes longer, to desired doneness. Combine cheese and onion; place on patties then broil until cheese is melted. Serve on toasted hamburger buns.

HOW TO COOK HAMBURGERS :