John'S Best Burgers Recipe

Name: John'S Best Burgers
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 lbs ground beef; 3/4 cup caesar-flavor croutons (herb and garlic, crushed); 1 egg; 3 tablespoons bacon bits; 2 tablespoons deli prepared hot mustard; 2 tablespoons minced garlic; 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce; 1 tablespoon onion powder; 3 tablespoons cattleman's classic barbecue sauce; 1 tablespoon hy's seasoning salt; 1/4 cup maple syrup; 1/4 cup crumbled blue cheese; mesquite wood chips, soaked

Servings: persons

2 lbs ground beef
3/4 cup caesar-flavor croutons (herb and garlic, crushed)
1 egg
3 tablespoons bacon bits
2 tablespoons deli prepared hot mustard
2 tablespoons minced garlic
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
1 tablespoon onion powder
3 tablespoons cattleman's classic barbecue sauce
1 tablespoon hy's seasoning salt
1/4 cup maple syrup
1/4 cup crumbled blue cheese
mesquite wood chips, soaked

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["Assemble ingredients in a mixing bowl and mix using a fork, until this is very well combined.", "Form into patties approximately 3.5"" diameter, 3/4"" thick, squaring the edges so that they are not overcooked.", "Set the patties in the fridge for one hour.", "Heat BBQ to high , then reduce heat on one side to minimum, the other to half capacity.", "Dump soaked mesquite chips on hot side of grill, allow them to come to a flame.", "Place burgers on the grill allowing a sear mark to develop, then rotate 90 degrees for a ""thatched"" appearance.", "Close grill hood, and allow burgers to slow cook --", "Flip the burgers and close the hood again.", "Use a meat thermomemter to prove ""doneness"" as rge smoke and the sugars in the ingredients will give colouring that will confuse you otherwise-aim for about 175 degrees --", "Served with sliced refridgerator dill pickles, garden fresh tomato slices, sliced white onion, on a toasted sourdough bun."]

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Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 lbs ground beef, 3/4 cup caesar-flavor croutons (herb and garlic, crushed), 1 egg, 3 tablespoons bacon bits, and more.

Yes, John'S Best Burgers falls under the Salads category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Keep refrigerated in an airtight container and enjoy within 1–2 days for the best freshness. Best served cold — no reheating needed.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

John'S Best Burgers

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