How to Properly Cook PARTY PACK Beef Patties

The days of dried out burgers are over. Follow these simple steps for burger heaven.

Keep Holten's PARTY PACK Beef Patties frozen.

Keep Holten's PARTY PACK Beef Patties frozen.

They are packaged to go from freezer to cooktop for convenience, consistency and maximum flavor.

1

Easy on the seasoning.

Easy on the seasoning.

Holten’s PARTY PACK Beef Patties already have a light dusting of seasoning.

2

Make sure the cooktop is hot.

Make sure the cooktop is hot.

Whether you are cooking in a fry pan, griddle or grill — you want to hear that sizzle when the burger goes on.

3

Grilling frozen burger patties.

Grilling frozen burger patties.

For medium-well: Preheat gas grill at 350º or when charcoal turns white. Cook frozen pattie 6 to 9 minutes on one side or until the juices come to the surface. Turn and cook 4 to 6 minutes or until 160º internal temperature.

4

Broiling frozen burger patties.

Broiling frozen burger patties.

For medium-well: Place the frozen Holten’s PARTY PACK Beef Pattie in pre-heated broiler for 8 minutes or until 160º internal temperature.

5

Frying frozen burger patties.

Frying frozen burger patties.

For medium-well: Place frozen beef pattie in the pre-heated fry pan over medium-high heat. Cook for 5 minutes on one side. Turn and cook for 3 minutes or until 160º internal temperature.

6

Turn once.

Turn once.

Starting with a hot cooktop, allow a 2-3 minute sear on the first side and turn once to fully cook on the opposite side. This keeps the burger intact and juicy.

7

Don’t press down.

Don’t press down.

Don’t squeeze out those lovely flavorful juices. They keep the burger moist!

8

Check the internal temperature.

Check the internal temperature.

Use an instant-read meat thermometer. Your magic number is 160º F. And remember, the meat will continue to cook once it is removed from the heat source.

9

Rest before serving.

Rest before serving.

Once the burgers are done, place them on a platter for about 5 minutes before serving. This allows the juices to redistribute and makes the burgers delicious.

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