Mad Backyard

Step 1

Open gas valve and Turn on all burners to HIGH heat

Step 2

Let run for 5-10 minutes to burn off any residual food and then scrub with a good bristle free grill brush until grates are clean.

Step 3

Meanwhile, season your ground hamburger meat with salt and pepper throughout.

Step 4

Divide and form the meat into 4 balls and then press down into patties that are about 1 inch thick and the diameter of the hamburger buns.

Step 5

Season the outsides of the patties with salt, pepper, and any other chosen seasonings, then brush with cooking oil on both sides.

Step 6

Place the burgers directly on the grill over HIGH heat. resist the urge to press down on the burgers or flip them too soon.

Step 7

After about 3-5 minutes, gently check the underside of the burgers that they have turned dark brown and crisped up and then flip them over.

Step 8

Cook an additional 3-5 minutes or until the internal temperature reads 160°F on an instant read thermometer.

Step 9

If you wish to add melted cheese, place the cheese on the burger during the last 2 minutes of cooking.

Step 10

Remove the burgers from the grill and let them rest uncovered on a plate.

Step 11

Spread butter onto the insides of the burger buns and place them on the warming rack of the Weber gas grill for about 1-3 minutes until toasted. Remove from the grill.

Step 12

Turn your burners all back up to high, let run for about 5 minutes and the scrape the grates again to clean with your bristle free grill brush.

Step 13

Turn off your Weber grill and close the gas valve.

Step 14

Assemble your burgers with your favorite toppings and condiments and enjoy!

Step 15

Replace your Weber gas grill cover when the grill has cooled completely.