Beef and Sausage Burgers
Flavorful Italian sausage and a layer of melted mozzarella take everyday beef burgers to the next level.
Equipment
- Blackstone (or other outdoor) griddle or indoor griddle
Ingredients
- 1 pound (454 g) lean ground beef
- 8 ounces (227 g) Italian sausage (approximately 2 links) casings removed if necessary
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper
- 1 ¼ cups shredded mozzarella cheese or 5 (1-oz) slices
- 4 to 5 burger buns
- Lettuce, tomato, and onion for serving (optional)
Instructions
- Combine the beef and sausage in a large bowl and mix well.
- Gently shape the meat mixture into 4 or 5 patties. Make the patties slightly larger than the size of your bun as they will shrink slightly as they cook. Season all over with salt and pepper.
- Heat a griddle to medium-high.
- Cook the patties, flipping once, until almost cooked through, about 5 minutes on the first side and 3 minutes on the second side.
- Divide the cheese evenly among the burgers and cook until melted and the burgers have reached an internal temperature of 160°F (71°C), about 2 minutes more.
- Serve on burger buns, offering lettuce, tomato, and onion on the side, if desired.
Notes
- Shape gently--Use a gentle hand when shaping your burgers. You want to pack the meat tightly enough to hold together, but not so tight that the burger is tough. I find it easiest to cup my hands around the beef when shaping, and gently pat them into an even round.
- Dietary--This recipe is suitable for gluten-free diets, if served on a gluten-free bun.
Nutrition
Serving: 1 burgerCalories: 569kcalCarbohydrates: 22gProtein: 39gFat: 35gCholesterol: 131mgSodium: 759mgFiber: 1gSugar: 3g
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