Hickory-Smoked Cheeseburgers
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Every time I make this recipe, my guests compliment me on how great the burgers taste. The secret is a little bit of Liquid Smoke and a few sprinkles of seasonings. —Michelle Miller
Abbeville, South Carolina
SERVINGS: 12
CATEGORY: Main Dish
METHOD: Grill (gas or charcoal)
TIME: Prep/Total Time: 30 min.
Ingredients:
- 3 eggs, beaten
- 2 tablespoons Liquid Smoke
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 1/2 cup crushed saltines (about 15 crackers)
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon seasoned salt
- 1/2 teaspoon seasoning blend*
- 1/2 teaspoon pepper
- 3 pounds ground beef
- 12 slices process American cheese
- 12 sesame seed hamburger buns, split
- Mayonnaise, lettuce leaves, tomato slices and pickle slices
Directions:
In a large bowl, combine the first eight ingredients. Crumble beef over mixture; mix well. Shape into 12 patties. Grill, covered, over medium heat for 5 minutes on each side or until a meat thermometer reads 160°. Top each burger with a cheese slice. Grill 1-2 minutes longer or until the cheese begins to melt. Serve on buns with mayonnaise, lettuce, tomato and pickles. Yield: 12 servings. *Editor's Note: This recipe was tested with Morton's Nature's Seasons Seasoning Blend.