Today, we’re diving into a fun and tasty project: making your own hamburger patties using a KitchenAid mixer and a Burger Press. We’re excited to show you how easy it can be to create delicious, homemade patties. Let’s get started!
Ground Beef
First, let’s talk about making your own ground beef. We’ll be using a round roast for this. The KitchenAid Metal Food Grinder Attachment is perfect for this job. Start by cutting the beef into strips; this makes it easier to feed into the grinder. Attach the grinder to your KitchenAid mixer, set it to speed number 4, and feed the beef into the attachment.
Grinding your own beef can actually be more cost-effective in the long run, especially if you catch some good deals at the grocery store. Plus, freshly ground beef often tastes better than pre-packaged options.
Burger Press
Next up is forming those patties. We’re using the Weston Burger Express, which makes 4 ½ inch patties. It also lets you adjust the thickness, from as thin as ¼ pound to as thick as ¾ pound. We prefer ours on the thinner side, so we set the press to ¼ pound.
For the perfect patties, crack 2 eggs into the ground beef. If you are creating a larger batch of meat you may need to add more. The eggs help the patties hold together better when cooking. Season the beef to your taste— we used a salt substitute and pepper, but feel free to add any spices or herbs you like.
Before pressing the patties, place a piece of Weston Hamburger Patty Paper in the press, or cut down some parchment paper to fit. This makes it easier to lift the patties out later. Then, add your seasoned ground beef to the press and use the handle to shape the patties.
Once all your patties are formed, stack them with a piece of parchment paper between each one. This prevents them from sticking together. Place them in a freezer bag and store them in the freezer until you’re ready to cook them.
Conclusion
And that’s it! Making your own hamburger patties is straightforward and rewarding. Enjoy the process and, of course, the delicious results.
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