INGREDIENTS
30 ounces ground beef ((20% fat))
1 Tbsp kosher salt
freshly ground black pepper ((to taste))
6 slices cheese
6 sesame seed buns
3 Tbsp softened butter
INSTRUCTIONS
Step 1
Turn the smoker on and preheat to 225℉. If you have a super smoke option on your smoker, this would be a good time to use it!
Step 2
Meanwhile, divide the ground beef into six 5-ounce portions. A kitchen scale can be helpful. Form the meat into 6 hamburgers about 5″ in diameter and ½ inches thick. Do not over work the meat. Use your thumb to make a dent in the center of each burger.
Step 3
Season burgers with salt and pepper then carefully transfer them with a spatula onto the heated grill. Stick a probe into the side of one of the burgers, close lid, and set probe temperature to 130℉. It should take anywhere for 30 to 45 minutes to get to 130℉
Step 4
When the probe temperature reaches 130℉, remove the burgers and cover them with foil. Turn the smoker’s temperature up to 450°F. Meanwhile, butter each side of the hamburger buns with softened butter or mayonnaise.
Step 5
When the smoker is ready, sear the hamburgers for two minutes on each side or until the burgers internal temperature is 145℉ for medium. Top the burgers with cheese during the last 2 minutes. This is also a good time to toast the buttered burger buns.
Step 6
Serve these smoked burgers with an assortment of condiments and toppings for your guests to pick from!