Description
A delicious and easy-to-make Italian Hamburgers recipe that combines lean ground beef with Italian salad dressing mix, bacon, mozzarella cheese, and Italian bread crumbs. These flavorful patties are grilled to perfection and served on hamburger buns, perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or a casual gathering.
Ingredients
Scale
Meat Mixture
- 3 pounds lean ground beef
- 4 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled
- 1 (0.7-oz) package Italian salad dressing mix
- 2 large eggs, beaten
- 1 cup Italian bread crumbs
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
To Serve
- 10 hamburger buns
Instructions
- Prepare the meat mixture: In a large bowl, combine the lean ground beef, crumbled cooked bacon, Italian salad dressing mix, beaten eggs, Italian bread crumbs, and shredded mozzarella cheese. Mix all ingredients thoroughly until well combined to ensure even distribution of flavors.
- Form patties: Shape the mixture into 10 evenly sized patties. You may adjust the size of the patties according to your personal preference, making smaller or larger portions as desired.
- Grill the patties: Preheat your grill to a medium-high heat. Place the patties on the grill and cook to your desired level of doneness, typically about 4-5 minutes per side for medium. Ensure the internal temperature reaches at least 160°F (71°C) for safety.
- Serve: Place each cooked patty on a hamburger bun. Add your favorite toppings and condiments if desired, then serve immediately while hot.
Notes
- You can substitute Italian bread crumbs with plain breadcrumbs mixed with Italian seasoning.
- For juicier burgers, avoid pressing down on the patties while grilling.
- Feel free to add toppings like lettuce, tomato, onions, or pickles for extra flavor.
- Ensure bacon is cooked and crumbled before mixing; uncooked bacon will not cook properly inside the burger.
- Leftover patties can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 2 days or frozen for up to 3 months.
- Prep Time: 8 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Italian-American
