When it comes to classic American comfort food, few dishes can beat an old-fashioned hamburger. Made with simple, everyday ingredients like ground beef, buns, and cheese, this timeless sandwich has been a staple of diners, drive-ins, and backyard cookouts for generations. Whether you prefer yours cooked rare, medium, or well-done, topped with ketchup, mustard, or relish, or dressed up with lettuce, tomato, and onion, there's no denying the universal appeal of this iconic dish. In this article, we'll take a closer look at the history of the hamburger, explore some variations on the classic recipe, and provide tips for making the best old-fashioned hamburger you've ever tasted.
Here are our top 5 tried and tested recipes!
OLD-FASHIONED HAMBURGER RELISH
Categories Condiment/Spread Pepper Tomato Vegetable Side Vegetarian Kid-Friendly Backyard BBQ Vegan Simmer
Yield 4 1/2 pint jars
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- 1. In a large enamel or stainless steel bowl, mix the cucumbers, onion, peppers, celery, salt, turmeric, and water. Let stand for 12 hours or overnight, then drain in a strainer, lightly pressing out any excess liquid. Set aside. 2. Tie up cinnamon, cloves, and allspice in a piece of cheesecloth. In a large, heavy, enamel or stainless steel saucepan, bring the spices and vinegar to a boil over moderate heat. Reduce the heat to low and simmer, uncovered, for 15 minutes. 3. Add the tomatoes, increase the heat to moderate, and bring the mixture to a boil. Reduce the heat to low and simmer, partially covered, until the tomatoes resemble a puree - about 30 minutes. Add the sugar and mustard seeds, cover, and let stand overnight at room temperature. 4. Add the drained vegetables to the tomato mixture and bring to a boil over moderately high heat. Then reduce the heat to low and simmer, uncovered, until most of the liquid has evaporated - 25 to 30 minutes. Remove the spice bag. 5. Ladle into 4 hot, sterilized, 1/2 pint preserving jars, leaving 1/2 inch of head space. Wipe the jar rims clean, seal, and process in a boiling water bath for 10 minutes. Label, then let the relish mellow in a cool dry place for at least 3 weeks before using. Will keep for up to 1 year. Refrigerate after opening.
OLD-FASHIONED HAMBURGER STEW
A hearty and delicious soup, perfect for chilly evenings! I like to serve this with warm rolls or cornbread.
Provided by SunnyDaysNora
Time 50m
Yield 12
Number Of Ingredients 22
Steps:
- Heat oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add ground beef and onion; cook until beef is browned and onion is soft and translucent, about 5 minutes. Add potatoes, tomato puree, diced tomatoes, 12 cups water, Italian seasoning, beef bouillon, cooking sherry, garlic, Sriracha, Worcestershire sauce, black pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, red pepper flakes, rosemary, salt, and bay leaves to the pot. Bring to a boil.
- Mix flour into remaining 1 1/2 cups of water until a thin slurry is formed. While stirring constantly, pour flour mixture into the boiling soup and stir to combine. Boil and stir until soup begins to thicken, about 3 minutes.
- Reduce temperature to a simmer and stir in frozen vegetables. Continue to simmer, stirring occasionally, until potatoes and vegetables have cooked through, at least 20 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 262.2 calories, Carbohydrate 27.1 g, Cholesterol 32.3 mg, Fat 13 g, Fiber 4.3 g, Protein 10.7 g, SaturatedFat 4.6 g, Sodium 766.9 mg
OLD FASHIONED HAMBURGER
This is the way they used to be. 1/4 pound, char grilled, all beef, only with a little mayo, lettuce, onion, tomato, and pickles on a good bun with lots of nice, cheddar cheese.
Provided by declanunexpected
Categories Lunch/Snacks
Time 20m
Yield 4 Burgers, 2-4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- 1. Shape the beef into 4 1/4 lb. balls. Flatten them until about 1/4 inch. season with season-all.
- 2. Get a pan medium-hot and add the onions. Salt then let cook for 10 minutes, until brown.
- 3. Get a grill hot then put the burgers down. cook 3 minutes then flip. Cook 2 minutes then add a palmful cheddar and cook 1 more minute.
- 4. Wile burger is cooking, toast the buns and spread on some mayo. Put a lettuce leaf on the bottom, then tomato and pickle slices on top.
- 5. Slide the burgers onto the buns and top with the molten-hot onions. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts : Calories 715.3, Fat 52.7, SaturatedFat 25.2, Cholesterol 213.6, Sodium 500.6, Carbohydrate 0.7, Sugar 0.3, Protein 56.2
OLD FASHIONED HAMBURGER STEAK RECIPE - (4/5)
Provided by á-7698
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Heat skillet while seasoning ground beef. Make patties with ground beef. Place all patties in hot skilled and cook until brown with no pink in the middle. Add sliced onions and cook. remove meat and add flour stirring until dissolved. add water slowly and cdook until gravy is thick; add seasoning as needed
OLD-FASHIONED HAMBURGER RELISH
This is an excellent relish! Found this somewhere out on the web and it truly is yummy on hamburgers.
Provided by sheriboren
Categories Peppers
Time P2DT2h
Yield 4 1/2 Pint Jars
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- In a large enamel or stainless steel bowl, mix the cucumbers, onion, peppers, celery, salt, turmeric and water.
- Let stand for 12 hours or overnight, then drain in a strainer, lightly pressing out any excess liquid. Set aside.
- Tie up cinnamon, cloves and allspice in a piece of cheesecloth.
- In a large, heavy, enamel or stainless steel saucepan, bring the spices and vinegar to a boil over moderate heat.
- Reduce the heat to low and simmer, uncovered for 15 minutes.
- Add the tomatoes, increase the heat and bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and simmer, partially covered until the tomatoes resemble a puree- about 30 minutes.
- Add the sugar and mustard seeds, cover and let stand overnight at room temperature.
- Add the drained vegetables to the tomato mixture and bring to a boil over moderately high heat.
- Then reduce the heat to low and simmer, uncovered until most of the liquid has evaporated- 25 to 30 minutes.
- Remove the spice bag.
- Ladle into 4 hot, sterilized 1/2 pint preserving jars leaving 1/2 inch of head space.
- Wipe the jar rims clean, seal and process in a boiling water bath for 10 minutes.
- Label, then let the relish mellow in a cool dry place for at least 3 weeks before using.
- Refrigerate after opening.
- Please Note: Takes 2 days prep time (approx) and 1 hour and 25 minutes cooking time to make.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 265.5, Fat 1, SaturatedFat 0.2, Sodium 3126.6, Carbohydrate 60.8, Fiber 3.7, Sugar 53, Protein 3
Tips:
- Use fresh, high-quality ground beef for the best flavor.
- Make sure the meat is cold before cooking to prevent it from overcooking.
- Season the meat simply with salt and pepper.
- Form the meat into patties that are about 1/2-inch thick.
- Cook the burgers over medium heat to prevent them from drying out.
- Flip the burgers only once during cooking to prevent them from losing their juices.
- Use a meat thermometer to ensure that the burgers are cooked to your desired doneness.
- Top the burgers with your favorite toppings, such as cheese, lettuce, tomato, and onion.
- Serve the burgers immediately on buns or rolls.
Conclusion:
Old-fashioned hamburgers are a classic American dish that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. They are easy to make and can be customized to your liking. With a few simple tips, you can make the best old-fashioned hamburgers at home. So fire up your grill or stovetop and get cooking!
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