"Best Burger I've Ever Had!"

During the summer, we cook burgers on the grill about once a month.  We make "Dad's Secret Recipe" burgers, which are actually the Hidden Valley Ranch burger recipe.  According to Boy Scout Troop 140, which enjoyed the burgers on their trip to the Grand Canyon, these burgers are the "best burgers they've ever had."  I can't argue...they really are delicious!

When we make these burgers, we use 90/10 ground beef and (no surprise) Aldi brand ranch dressing mix. Also note: We ALWAYS serve these burgers on the fresh hamburger buns baked on site in the Publix bakery.  Do not serve these incredible burgers on cheap 99 cent buns...spend the extra $1 for the good ones!

Best Burgers Eva!

1 cup shredded Cheddar cheese
1 package dry ranch dressing mix
1 lb ground beef
Good quality hamburger buns
Optional condiments and toppings:  ketchup, mustard, Vidalia onion, pickle slices, cheese slice, etc.

Prepare grill.  Combine ground beef, cheese and salad dressing mix.  Gently combine and make into 4  patties.  Grill about 5 minutes per side.  Slice and gently toast bun.  Top with burger and desired condiments (I like mine with ketchup, mustard and pickles, while my kids eat their's plain).

In the summer, I serve these burgers with a salad (tomatoes vinaigrette would be a good choice) and watermelon.