CLASSIC CHEESEBURGERS
BUDGET- FRIENDLY: Celebrate the Fourth of July with classic cheeseburgers. Alongside, grill some corn- on- thecob. For dessert, what’s more Fourth of July than watermelon and chocolate chip cookies?
Ingredients
1 pound lean ground beef
1 1/ 2 teaspoons steak seasoning blend
4 whole- grain hamburger buns
4 ( 1- ounce) slices cheese ( cheddar, American or Swiss)
4 lettuce leaves
4 tomato slices Ketchup, mustard, mayonnaise, onion slices, pickles Servings: makes 4 servings Preparation time: 5 minutes Cooking time: 7 to 10 minutes
Combine beef and seasoning in a large bowl, mixing lightly but thoroughly. Lightly shape into 4 ( 1/ 2- inch- thick) patties. Place patties on grid over medium, ash- covered coals. Grill, covered, 8 to 10 minutes ( or 7 to 9 minutes over medium heat on preheated gas grill), until internal temperature reaches 160 degrees, turning occasionally. About 2 minutes before burgers are done, place buns, cut sides down, on grid. Grill until lightly toasted. During last minute of grilling, top each burger with a cheese slice. Line bottom of each bun with a lettuce leaf; top with tomatoes, burgers and toppings as desired. Close sandwiches and serve.
Per serving: 383 calories, 35 grams protein, 17 grams fat ( 40 percent calories from fat), 8.6 grams saturated fat, 24 grams carbohydrate, 92 milligrams cholesterol, 743 milligrams sodium, 4 grams fiber.
Carb count: 1.5.