Ingredients
1 pound ground beef (80/20 ratio preferred)
1 cup leftover mac and cheese (bacon mac and cheese preferred)
Β½ cup shredded cheddar cheese
Salt to taste
1 tablespoon or 1 teaspoon each of salt, pepper, and garlic powder for seasoning
2 tablespoons butter for buns
Instructions
1-First: preheat your grill to medium-high heat, around 400 to 450 degrees F, and let it warm up for 10-15 minutes with the lid closed. This ensures even cooking and helps lock in those juicy flavors. Next, divide the 1 pound of ground beef into 8 equal portions, shaping four into small bases and the other four into flat patties.
2-Now: fill each meat base with ΒΌ cup mac and cheese, then add β cup shredded cheddar cheese on top, and season lightly with salt and pepper. Seal things by placing a flat patty over each filled base, pressing the edges tightly to keep everything inside during grilling. Season the outside generously with a mix of 1 tablespoon or 1 teaspoon each of salt, pepper, and garlic powder.
3-Grilling and Assembly Steps
Grill the burgers for about 10 minutes per side until they reach an internal temperature of 175 degrees F for safety and tenderness.
In the last minute, spread the 2 tablespoons of butter on your hamburger buns and toast them on the grill, watching closely to prevent burning.
Finally, assemble the burgers with your favorite toppings and serve right away for the best taste.
Last Step:
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π₯© Use ground beef with 80/20 fat ratio for juicy, flavorful burgers.
π§ Season only the outside of patties to preserve moisture and tender texture.
π½οΈ Prepare toppings on a cutting board for easy assembly and fewer dishes.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 burger
- Calories: 715
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 882 mg
- Fat: 41 g
- Saturated Fat: 16 g
- Trans Fat: 2 g
- Carbohydrates: 50 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 35 g
- Cholesterol: 110 mg
