Grilling on a Budget This Summer? Then You’ve Gotta Try These Hamburgers!

This week’s drinks and eats are for those working from a budget but don’t want their taste buds to pay the price. These quick recipes for hamburgers and fruity drinks are great summer eats and drinks!

• DRINK OF THE WEEK

Pina Colada

Requires: pineapple, pineapple juice, vanilla ice cream, coconut rum, dark rum, orange juice, cream, ice

A Pina Colada will hit the spot if you’re looking for a sweet yet refreshing drink this summer.

Step 1:  In a blender, mix 3 oz. Pineapple juice, 3 scoops of vanilla ice cream, 1 oz. Coconut rum, 1 oz. Dark rum, 2 oz. of orange juice, 1 oz. of heavy cream, and 4-5 ice cubes.

Step 2:  Mix everything well and immediately serve each drink in a tall glass garnished with a pineapple slice on the side.

-Courtesy of Diana B.

• FROM THE GRILL

Bacon Wrapped Hamburgers

If bacon-wrapped filet mignon doesn’t fit into the budget this summer, here’s the next best thing!

Requires: cheddar cheese, parmesan cheese, onion, egg, ketchup, Worcestershire sauce, salt, pepper, 1 lb. ground beef or turkey, bacon or turkey bacon, hamburger buns

1. Mix 1/2 c. cup shredded Cheddar cheese with 2 Tbs. of Parmesan cheese, 1/2 small purple onion, 1 Tbs. Ketchup, 1 Tbs. Worcestershire sauce, 1/2 tsp. Salt, 1/2 tsp. Pepper.
2. Slowly mix Step 1 with your 1 lb. of ground beef.  Or ground turkey for those looking for a healthier option.
3. Form 6 thick hamburger patties from the ground beef or turkey.
4. Wrap the edges of the patties with either bacon or turkey bacon and secure with a toothpick.
5. Place patties on the grill and cook on each side for 5-7 min.
6. Remove from grill and be sure to remove toothpicks from patties.
7. Place on hamburger buns and serve with desired condiments.

Photo courtesy of BurgerPorn