Meatloball Burger Recipe Just In Time For The Fourth Of July Cookout

That's right, get the best of three world's in this tasty burger recipe just in time for your Fourth of July cookout!

This burger recipe was born out of a desire for comfort food and classic American diner food at the same time. With all the juiciness of a meatball, the softness of meatloaf, and the hearty flavors of a burger you're sure to find something for everyone at your table. Check it out below and see how moist and juicy these burgers are. With crispy fries of classic pickles their always a hit at our house!

What you'll need for the burger recipe for the best Fourth of July cookout yet:

1/2 cup breadcrumbs

1/2 cup milk

1 pound of ground beef

A pinch of:

Dill

Pepper

Oregano

Parsely

Ginger 

Nutmeg

1/2 teaspoon salt

2 tablespoons ketchup

1/2 teaspoon onion powder

1/4 teaspoon garlic powder

1/2 cup parmesan

How to make the burger recipe for your Fourth of July cookout:

• Put breadcrumbs and milk into a large mixing bowl, mix lightly with a fork and let sit for 5 minutes until the milk has absorbed.
• Mix in spices, parmesan, ketchup, and add meat.
• Work the mixture until it just comes together, don't overwork it or the burgers will be tough.
• Pat out patties to your desired size.
• Press your thumb down in the center of each one for even cooking. 
• Chill in the fridge for one hour.
• Add a teaspoon of oil to a cold skillet, add the burgers and turn the heat up to medium-low. They will take around twenty minutes to cook to well done.

Serving ideas for this burger recipe:

Serve these burgers with fries, chips, or as a hamburger steak with mashed potatoes and gravy if you like. They make great patty melts too! 

Have a great week and we'll see you next time at Secular Homemaking!