2 pounds lean ground round (can use ground turkey for a low-fat burger)
1 package dry Onion Soup Mix
1/2 cup water
1 tsp. hot sauce
3/4 cup bread crumbs (if desired)
For the grill----Hickory chips soaked in worcestershire and water one hour
or more.
Combine food ingredients in large mixing bowl and mix well. Roll into
patties, making roughly about 12 to 14 patties, depending on size and
thickness desired. Spread Hickory chips over hot coals and wait until
they flame up. If gas grill, reduce heat when this occurs. Grill burgers
to desired state (rare, medium rare, medium well or well) I prefer mine
well and it usually takes them about 20 minutes or so to cook, turning
frequently and depending on heat applied. Serve between sesame seed bun
and if desired, plenty of lettuce, tomatoe, onion and pickles. Makes for
a great summer cookout and is nicely complimented by potatoe salad and/or
baked beans.
