Follow these steps for perfect results
lean ground beef
salt
black pepper
thyme
French bread
halved
lettuce
arugula or watercress
cheese spread
garlic and herb
roasted red peppers
sliced
chili powder
cumin
garlic powder
salt
oregano
flour tortillas
large
iceberg lettuce
shredded
salsa
sour cream
cilantro
avocado
peeled and sliced
dry breadcrumbs
onion
chopped
ketchup
garlic
minced
kaiser rolls
ketchup
horseradish sauce
bacon
Divide the ground beef into three medium bowls.
Add Bistro Burger ingredients (salt, pepper, thyme) to one bowl and mix well.
Add Santa Fe Burger ingredients (chili powder, cumin, garlic powder, salt, oregano) to a second bowl and mix well.
Add Meat Loaf Burger ingredients (breadcrumbs, onion, ketchup, garlic) to the third bowl and mix well.
Form each mixture into four thick patties.
Heat grill or broiler.
Grill or broil burgers for about 6 minutes per side, or until desired doneness.
Assemble Bistro Burgers: Place on French bread, top with lettuce, cheese spread, and roasted red peppers.
Assemble Santa Fe Burgers: Place on flour tortillas, top with iceberg lettuce, salsa, sour cream, cilantro, and avocado.
Assemble Meat Loaf Burgers: Place on kaiser rolls, top with ketchup, horseradish sauce, and bacon.
Expert advice for the best results
For best results, use high-quality ground beef.
Don't overcook the burgers; they should still be slightly pink in the center.
Everything you need to know before you start
15 minutes
Patties can be formed ahead of time.
Serve burgers open-faced with toppings artfully arranged.
Serve with a side of fries or salad.
Pairs well with the savory and spicy flavors.
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