DONT RUIN THE 4TH OF JULY COOKOUT! HOW TO GRILL BURGERS AND DOGS THE RIGHT WAY

cheddar cheese

🥗Healthier: reduced-fat cheese

💰Cheaper: American cheese

Reduced-fat cheese lowers calories while still melting well.

burger buns

🥗Healthier: whole wheat buns

💰Cheaper: white bread

Whole wheat buns add fiber, while white bread is often cheaper.

Preheat the Traeger grill to 375°F.

In a bowl, combine ground beef with salt, black pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, and smoked paprika.

Form the beef mixture into burger patties, making a slight indentation in the center of each.

Lightly brush the patties with olive oil to prevent sticking.

Place the patties on the grill and close the lid.

Cook for 5-7 minutes, then flip the burgers.

Add cheddar cheese on top of each patty and close the lid.

Cook for an additional 3-5 minutes until the cheese is melted and the burgers are cooked to desired doneness.

Remove the burgers from the grill and let them rest for a few minutes.

Toast the burger buns on the grill for 1-2 minutes until golden brown.

Assemble the burgers with lettuce, tomato, onion, pickles, ketchup, and mustard.

Serve immediately with your favorite sides.

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