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Delicious Homemade Burgers

Homemade burgers are a delicious expression of culinary creativity, allowing you to combine juicy meats, tasty condiments, and a variety of ingredients to create a unique and personalized experience with every bite. From classic to extravagant, these burgers capture the warm spirit of homemade cooking with each satisfying flavor.

Ingredients:

  • 500 grams of ground meat (can be beef, pork, turkey, chicken, or a mixture)

  • 1 small onion, finely chopped

  • 2 cloves of garlic, crushed

  • 1 egg

  • 1/2 cup of breadcrumbs

  • 1 teaspoon of mustard

  • 1 teaspoon of Worcestershire sauce

  • Salt and pepper to taste

  • Cooking oil

  • Burger buns

  • Additional ingredients (lettuce, tomato, cheese, bacon, etc.)

Cook them on the grill or in a pan until they are juicy. Then, place them on a soft bun, add ingredients like lettuce, tomato, cheese, and sauces, and enjoy a unique and delicious burger in the comfort of your home!

Preparation:

1. In a large bowl, mix the ground meat, chopped onion, crushed garlic, egg, breadcrumbs, mustard, Worcestershire sauce, salt, and pepper. Use your hands to combine all the ingredients thoroughly. 

2. Divide the mixture into portions of the desired size for the burgers and shape each portion into a ball. Then, flatten each ball to form a burger patty. You can make them any size you prefer. 

3. Heat a large pan or grill over medium-high heat and add a little oil to prevent the burgers from sticking. 

4. Cook the burgers for approximately 4-6 minutes on each side, depending on the thickness and your desired level of doneness (rare, medium, well-done). 

5. During the last few minutes of cooking, if you want to add cheese to the burgers, place a slice of cheese on top of each burger and let it melt. 

6. While the burgers are cooking, you can lightly toast the burger buns in the pan or a toaster. 

7. Once the burgers are cooked to your liking, remove them from the heat. 

8. Assemble the burgers by placing a burger on the bottom half of each burger bun. Then, add your favorite additional ingredients, such as lettuce, tomato, onion, bacon, sauces, etc. 

9. Cover with the other half of the bun and voila! Serve your homemade burgers with french fries, salad, or other side dishes of your choice.

Although homemade burgers have many advantages, it is important to note that they require time and effort to prepare properly. From shaping the burgers to cooking them at the right temperature, there are several steps you need to follow to achieve the desired result. However, the process can be fun and rewarding for those who enjoy cooking and experimenting in the kitchen. So go ahead and enjoy your homemade burgers!

Bonus Recipe: Homemade Panettone

This easy panettone recipe is a simplified version of the original, but you won’t even notice the difference when you taste it! This traditional Italian sweet bread is increasingly popular during Christmas worldwide.

The original recipe is quite elaborate, using a special sourdough starter and a process that takes several days. In this recipe, we have simplified the process quite a bit. However, it still takes some time and has its tricks, but it’s definitely worth it!

The tradition of panettone dates back centuries, and nowadays, it’s an essential element in Christmas celebrations in many homes. Modern variations include versions with additional fillings, such as chocolate or cream, but the essence of panettone remains the same.

It’s a festive delicacy that is shared and enjoyed during the holiday season. Its unmistakable aroma and unique flavor make panettone a cherished culinary gift and a symbol of celebration during the end-of-year festivities.

Preparation Time:

  • Serves 4 / 45 minutes / Medium difficulty

Ingredients:

Sponge:

  • 400g special flour

  • 10g instant yeast

  • 4g strong dough improver

  • 10g gluten

  • 180ml water

  • 80g sugar

  • 10g butter

Reinforcement:

  • 225g special flour

  • 80g egg yolks (without whites)

  • 110g sugar

  • 80g salt

  • 10g shine enhancer

  • 6g emulsifier

  • 5g wheat gluten

  • 80g anti-mold agent

  • 6g powdered milk

  • 100ml water

  • 5g strong dough improver

  • 50g butter

  • 45g margarine

  • 180g raisins

  • 170g candied fruit

  • 80g panettone essence

Preparation:

Sponge:

  1. Place the flour and instant yeast in a mixer, mix them dry until everything comes together.
  2. Then add the water, dough improver, sugar, and knead.
  3. After a few minutes, add the butter and continue kneading until you get a regular, unrefined dough.
  4. Let it ferment for 2.5 to 3 hours.

Reinforcement:

  1. Place the sponge in the mixer with the egg yolks, sugar, salt, emulsifier, shine enhancer, and water.
  2. Knead until the mixture is homogeneous.
  3. Pre-mix the special flour with the powdered milk, anti-mold agent, wheat gluten, and strong dough improver.
  4. Continue kneading. When the dough starts to become elastic, add the margarine and essences, and keep kneading until you get a thin, elastic dough.
  5. Finally, add the raisins and candied fruit. Let the dough rest for a few minutes, then cut and shape it into desired units.
  6. Let it rest for 10 minutes, shape the dough into rolls for the second time, and place them in molds.
  7. Let it ferment for about three hours, then bake at 180 degrees Celsius for 60 minutes.

Now you can enjoy your homemade panettone!