H is for: THE RANCH HAMBURGER
Servings: 4
Total Time to Complete Recipe: 20 min
Active cook/prep time: 20 min
Do you ever look at the back of a packet, or the side of a spice jar, or under the label of some random item you've purchased, and there you find it - a couple random recipes you'd never attempt? I always look, wondering what I'll find. And one time, many years ago, I found something oh so fun. I love making hamburgers this way. Why didn't I ever think of it on my own? I mean... I've made a thousand hamburgers in my life it seems, but I've always thought in a "box" of sorts when it comes down to seasoning the meat. I play with the toppings plenty, but playing with the meat? Nah, not so much. So while most of you won't think this is anything fancy enough to blog about, I love it because with just one packet of seasoning, I get all the flavor I need with no desire to throw anything else in. Perfect burgers every time with literally seconds of prep work and no brain power required.
TIPS & TRICKS
- Use your favorite cheddar - smoked, sharp, medium.
- Don't forget that baking is another cooking option! Of course, having said that - I haven't done it myself but I know a number of friends who have. If you have, let us know how you did it and how it turned out!
INGREDIENTS
1 lb Ground Hamburger
1 1oz Packet Ranch Dressing Seasoning (Dry)
1 Cup Shredded Cheese (see Tips & Tricks)
4 Hamburger Buns
Toppings (optional): Mayonnaise, Ketchup, Mustard, BBQ Sauce, Lettuce, Tomato,
Sliced Cheese, Avacado, Sliced Onion, Sliced Pickles, Bacon
DIRECTIONS
- In a small bowl, combine hamburger, ranch packet, and cheese.
- Split hamburger into four even parts, form into burgers, and grill on greased grill/skillet until desired doneness.
- Serve on Hamburger buns with your favorite toppings.
Recipe Origins: Packet of Hidden Valley Ranch Dressing (dry)
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