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Crack Burgers

Healthy Fact of the Day

Ground beef provides complete protein with all essential amino acids needed for muscle maintenance and repair. Adding spices like paprika and garlic powder boosts flavor while providing antioxidants without extra calories.

These Crack Burgers live up to their name with a perfectly seasoned beef blend that creates an addictively flavorful patty you’ll crave again and again. The combination of paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, and Worcestershire sauce transforms ordinary ground beef into something extraordinary, while the melted cheddar cheese adds that final touch of indulgence. They’re the kind of burgers that make backyard barbecues legendary and weeknight dinners feel special.

If you love these boldly seasoned burgers, you’ll also enjoy our Beer Cheese Sloppy Joes with their similar comfort food appeal and cheese-forward flavors. For another satisfying ground beef option, try the Tamale Casserole that transforms ground beef into a Mexican-inspired comfort dish. The Italian Beef Sandwich offers a different take on seasoned beef that’s equally crave-worthy.

Crack Burgers

Crack Burgers

Recipe by Daily Disher

Crack Burgers feature perfectly seasoned ground beef patties loaded with paprika, garlic, and Worcestershire sauce, topped with melted cheddar cheese for an irresistibly flavorful burger experience.

Course: MainCuisine: AmericanDifficulty: Easy
5.0 from 1 vote
Servings

4

servings
Prep time

30

minutes
Cooking time

40

minutes
Calories

300

kcal
Total time

1

hour 

10

minutes

    Ingredients

    • 1 pound ground beef

    • 1 teaspoon paprika

    • 0.5 teaspoon garlic powder

    • 0.5 teaspoon onion powder

    • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce

    • 0.25 teaspoon salt

    • 0.25 teaspoon black pepper

    • 4 slices cheddar cheese

    • 4 pieces burger buns

    • 1 cup lettuce

    • 1 large tomato

    Directions

    • In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground beef, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, Worcestershire sauce, salt, and black pepper. Mix evenly but do not overwork the meat.
    • Divide the beef mixture into four equal portions and shape each into a patty that matches the size of your burger buns for even cooking.
    • Preheat a skillet or grill pan over medium-high heat. Cook the burgers for about 3 to 4 minutes on each side or until fully cooked to your desired level.
    • About one minute before the burgers are done, place a slice of cheddar cheese on each patty. Allow the cheese to melt slightly before removing from heat.
    • Slice the tomato into rings and prepare the lettuce. Toast the burger buns lightly if desired for extra flavor and texture.
    • Assemble the burgers by placing a patty on each bun bottom. Top with lettuce, tomato slices, and cover with the bun top. Serve immediately.

    Nutrition Facts

    • Total number of serves: 4
    • Calories: 250kcal
    • Cholesterol: 0mg
    • Sodium: 620mg
    • Potassium: 400mg
    • Sugar: 8g
    • Protein: 6g
    • Calcium: 60mg
    • Iron: 2mg

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