Best Juicy Burger Recipe

May 24, 2011 by 9 Comments
After two marathon posts yesterday on the backyard bbq shoot, I had to keep it simple today!  I’m sharing my favorite burger recipe that’s perfect for backyard grilling.  I first tasted this recipe when my girlfriend made it several years ago, and it’s been a staple ever since.  These burgers are moist and delicious every time!

Big Juicy Burgers

  • 12 oz. V8 juice
  • 3 slices white bread, torn into pieces
  • 3 lbs. ground beef
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1 tsp pepper

Microwave v8 juice in a glass bowl for 1 minute; add bread pieces and let cool. Combine with hands.

Combine bread/juice mixture, beef, and remaining ingredients and shape into patties.

Grill patties over direct medium heat 8-10 minutes on each side or until cooked through.

Serve on buns with condiments and enjoy!
Filed Under: 4th of July, main dish
About Chris

Chris Nease is a party stylist and home entertaining expert with over 15 years of experience. In addition to her work as founding editor of Celebrations At Home, Chris is an editorial stylist and contributor to Celebrations.com, HomeMade Simple, & Tablespoon.com. Most recently her work has been published in Woman's World, Yum Food & Fun for Kids, and Cottages & Bungalows.

Comments

  1. 1
    Jen @ SecondCitySoiree says:
    May 24, 2011 at 2:41 pm

    Good idea adding the bread! What type of beef do you use (how fatty)?

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  2. 2
    Chris @ Celebrations At Home says:
    May 24, 2011 at 2:44 pm

    Jen, I like to use 80% lean. It's just enough fat to add flavor, but not so much it shrinks too much when cooked.

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  3. 3
    Casey Burke Bunn says:
    May 25, 2011 at 11:39 pm

    Chris, You are making my SO hungry with your post! MMM, thank you!

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  4. 4
    Mrs E says:
    December 13, 2011 at 9:49 am

    What kind of pepper do we use? black pepper? thanks :)

    Reply

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