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Burgers | What's Eating Dan? [VIDEO]
Watch and learn the science behind making the best homemade burger.
Published Sept. 6, 2018.
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Equipment Review
No Fancy Meat Grinder Required
Grinding beef at home isn’t hard to do. Just cut the meat into 1-inch chunks, freeze until it is very firm, and pulse the chunks in a food processor until they are coarsely ground. You're instantly on your way to a supremely juicy burger.SEE EQUIPMENT REVIEW
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