Biting into a juicy hamburger hot off the grill is one of our favorite parts of a summer cookout.

Now fire up the grill because we’re about to perfect those burger grilling techniques.

Karla Conrad

What Size to Make Burger Patties?

pressing patty on tray to grill burgers

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To portion ground beef into even-size patties, pat 1- to 112-lb.

meat into a flat square, then cut the square into quarters.

Use your hands to gently mix in the ingredients.

testing doneness of burger on grill with thermometer

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Kneading or overworking the meat mixture will make the burgers tough.

If desired, press irregular edges in toward the centers to form round burgers.

Bacon Cheeseburgers with Kentucky Bourbon Sauce

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