Like it or not, we are already in the final weeks of summer grilling season. We are excited to bring you this delectable Irish Hills Reuben Burger from our friends at the Wisconsin Beef Council. This recipe marries two of our favorite beef classics: the Reuben and the Burger in one delicious recipe.
Is it a burger or a sandwich? That’s your call.
Get this one going on the grill this weekend paired with your favorite cut of fries and a side of garden fresh vegetables!
Irish Hills Reuben Burger
Two of our favorite beef classics: the Reuben and the Burger combined into one delicious recipe. Is it a burger or a sandwich? That's your call.
Ingredients
- 1 lb 90% Lean Ground Beef
- 8 ounces Deli Corned Beef
- 1 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 1 teaspoon granulated garlic
- 8 ounces sauerkraut drained
- 4 Swiss cheese slices
- 4 Tablespoon Thousand Island dressing
- 4 hamburger buns
Instructions
COOKING:
- Combine Ground Beef, pepper and, garlic in large bowl, mixing lightly but thoroughly. Lightly shape into four 1/2-inch thick patties.
- Place patties on grid over medium, ash-covered coals. Grill, covered, 8 to 10 minutes (over medium heat on preheated gas grill, 7 to 9 minutes) until instant-read thermometer inserted horizontally into center registers 160°F, turning occasionally. About 2 minutes before burgers are done, place buns, cut sides down, on grid. Grill until lightly toasted. During last minute of grilling, top each burger with cheese slice.
- Cook’s Tip: To prepare on stovetop, heat large nonstick skillet over medium heat until hot. Place patties in skillet; cook 12 to 15 minutes until instant-read thermometer inserted horizontally into center registers 160°F, turning occasionally.
BURGER BUILD:
- Line Top bun with 1 tablespoon thousand island dressing. Next place the burger patty on top the bottom bun and top with 2 ounces sauerkraut & 2 ounces corned beef. Close the sandwiches and serve with sides.
Notes
This recipe is an excellent source of Protein, Calcium, Iron, Riboflavin, Niacin, Vitamin B6, Vitamin B12, Phosphorus, Zinc, and Selenium; and a good source of Potassium, and Choline.
TEST KITCHEN TIPS
Cooking times are for fresh or thoroughly thawed ground beef. Ground beef should be cooked to an internal temperature of 160°F. Color is not a reliable indicator of ground beef doneness.
Cooking times are for fresh or thoroughly thawed ground beef. Ground beef should be cooked to an internal temperature of 160°F. Color is not a reliable indicator of ground beef doneness.
Nutrition
Calories: 530kcalCarbohydrates: 28gProtein: 45gFat: 32gSaturated Fat: 9.7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 12gTrans Fat: 1gCholesterol: 122mgSodium: 1645mgPotassium: 740mgFiber: 3gSugar: 7gVitamin A: 214IUVitamin C: 24mgCalcium: 246mgIron: 6.6mg
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