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Ranch Burger
You don't have to own a ranch to love this burger.

Prep: 10 minutes
Cook: 20 minutes
Servings: Serves 4

1-1/2 lbs. lean ground beef

2 tsp. sweet paprika

2 tsp. dried thyme leaves, crushed

1-1/2 tsp. salt

1 tsp. onion powder

1/2 tsp. ground red pepper

4 egg-bread hamburger buns, split

4 leaves Romaine lettuce

4 tomato slices

1/4 cup prepared creamy ranch dressing

2 Tbsp. canned French fried onions

	Combine all spices in an airtight container and shake to blend.
	Shape ground beef into 4 patties 3/4-inch thick. Press 1 tsp. of the spice mix evenly into both sides of each patty. Store remaining spice mix in airtight container for future use.
	Heat a large heavy nonstick skillet 5 minutes over medium heat until hot. Add patties to skillet and cook 12-15 minutes, turning once, until centers are no longer pick and juices show no pink color (160°F internal temperature).
	Line bottom of each bun with lettuce and tomato. Top with burger and spoon ranch dressing evenly over burgers. Sprinkle with French fried onions and close sandwiches.

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Recipes and Cooking Data Courtesy of the Texas Beef Council