Gerry’s Sauced Hamburgers
Description: This classic recipe is a timeless favorite, loved by both children and adults. Perfect for those occasions when you want to serve something familiar yet delicious, these sauced hamburgers are ideal for make-ahead meal planning. Whether you’re gearing up for a barbecue filled with adult fare or need a crowd-pleaser for any gathering, these burgers are guaranteed to be a hit. Kids will find them irresistible, often finding themselves sharing with the adults despite the other tempting options on the menu.
Ingredients:
- 12 hamburger patties
- 12 ounces of catsup
- 1 ¼ cups of water
- ½ cup of brown sugar
- ¼ cup of Worcestershire sauce
- 2 tablespoons of dry mustard
- ½ teaspoon of salt
Instructions:
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Cook the Patties:
- Begin by pan-frying or grilling the hamburger patties until they are cooked to your desired level of doneness. Make sure to cook them thoroughly to ensure a deliciously juicy bite.
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Drain Excess Fat:
- Once cooked, transfer the patties to a paper towel-lined plate to drain off any excess fat. This step helps to keep the burgers from becoming greasy.
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Prepare the Casserole Dish:
- Arrange the cooked patties in a casserole dish or a roaster, making sure they are evenly distributed.
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Make the Sauce:
- In a medium-sized pot, combine the catsup, water, brown sugar, Worcestershire sauce, dry mustard, and salt. Whisk the ingredients together until smooth and well blended.
- Cook the sauce over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until it is heated through. This should take about 5 to 7 minutes.
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Combine Patties and Sauce:
- Pour the prepared sauce evenly over the hamburger patties in the casserole dish. Ensure that each patty is well coated with the sauce.
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Refrigerate or Bake:
- At this point, you can cover the dish and refrigerate it until you are ready to serve. This make-ahead option allows you to prepare the meal in advance and simply reheat when needed.
- If you are preparing the patties for immediate serving, preheat your oven to 300°F (150°C). Bake the covered dish in the oven for 25 minutes, or until the patties are heated through and the sauce is bubbly.
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Serve:
- For a complete burger experience, consider serving the sauced patties with marinated onions, sliced tomatoes, pickles, and all your favorite burger toppings. This adds a fresh and vibrant touch to the meal, making it even more enjoyable.
Cooking Time: 35 minutes
Preparation Time: 30 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour 5 minutes
Servings: 12 burgers
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 451.1
- Fat Content: 24.6 g
- Saturated Fat: 9.2 g
- Cholesterol: 80.2 mg
- Sodium: 589.9 mg
- Carbohydrates: 32.6 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Sugar: 13.1 g
- Protein: 24 g
Enjoy these flavorful sauced hamburgers that are sure to please everyone at your next gathering! 🍔🎉
