50 secrets to the best burgers

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1. Griddle, don't grill your burgers

Ok, we're not saying to give up backyard BBQ's for good, but just try this method if you haven't already. Cooking the burger in its own fat in a cast-iron skillet renders the beef even more flavorful and moist, as opposed to grilling, which can leave them overly charred and dried out. The good news is you can place your cast-iron skillet directly on the grill, so you almost get the best of both worlds.