Why do people love burgers so much?
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Why do people love burgers so much?

Society is fast – fast food, fast cars, fast everything.

McDonald’s revolutionized fast food. They introduced a way to eat food without knives, forks or plates. Most fast foods can be eaten while steering the wheel of a car and the restaurants are usually drive through.

Burgers are the best stress buster. Life is uncertain, eat burgers first. No burgers, no enjoyment. Burger is not just a food, it’s an emotion for the foodies. Best memories are created eating burgers with friends. A good burger calms my mind. Good burger, good vibes.

It’s nearly impossible these days not to find an eatery offering a plant-based alternative to traditional?beef burgers (yes, pun intended). The burgers popularity has skyrocketed in recent years—so much so that its manufacturer is having trouble keeping up with the demand.

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With this entire meatless meat craze going full steam ahead, we wondered if it’s a good idea to be eating so much of this bleeds-like- beef burgers.?Besides being a good plant based alternative, is it also a healthier one?

Another benefit is that the burgers put less of a strain on the planet. The production of Burgers requires 87 percent less water and produces 89 percent less greenhouse gases—which contribute to climate change—than beef patties, according to Swiss consulting firm Quantis.

Additionally, it saves land for animal and nature habitats, sparing 96 percent more compared to the production of beef.

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Those sticking to a certain trendy diet, though, may want to stay away from it. One Burger King has six grams of net carbs (nine total and three grams of fiber), with soy and potato proteins added in.

A ground beef burger is made from the less tender parts of sirloin, round, and chuck beef. Prime rib burgers are made from the front quarter of the beef between the sixth and twelfth ribs.

Wagyu burgers, on the other hand, originate from Japan and are considered the best beef in the world. As for what they have in common, these beef burgers are all ground and formed into beef patties.

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With traditional steak, bacteria collect on the surface of the meat. It is not necessary to cook the meat all the way through to kill the pathogens. Ground beef, on the other hand, is different. The different parts of the meat are ground, meaning some of the outer parts are now inside and some of the inner parts are now outside.

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Thank you?….?To effectively kill any possible pathogens inside the ground beef, it is recommended that the beef be cooked at 160 °F.

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It is not illegal to serve beef burgers medium rare, but it is illegal under federal law to serve burgers contaminated with E.coli. That’s the risk associated with undercooked ground beef, as some pathogens can survive. Waiters are required?by law to inform guests who want to eat their burgers medium rare?.

?Therefore, it is advised to eat ground burgers medium to medium-well. It is possible to eat a medium-rare burger (130 °F), but this comes with health-related risks.?

Grilling is an excellent way to prepare ground beef burgers and all burgers, for that matter. Grilling gives the burger a savory taste with an aromatic smoky flavor. All burgers can be grilled without having to thaw them first. Grilling frozen patties will produce the same juicy and flavorful patties as thawed patties.

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Frozen patties can be placed on the charcoal grill. Preheat the grill to 325 °F. Wait until you can comfortably hold one hand a few inches above the grill for seven seconds.

Turn the burger every five minutes for a period of 15 minutes until it reaches an internal temperature of 160 °F. And while a medium-rare burger temp may be more appetizing and tempting to some, 160 °F is the minimum safe temperature for ground meat.

So, while it is possible and often preferred to eat burgers at a temperature of 145 °F, it is not recommended because it can lead to pathogens inside the burger surviving the cooking process if it is not cooked at the recommended minimum temperature.

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The USDA states that all ground meat should be cooked to an internal temperature of 160 °F, and that includes lamb burgers. Eating insufficiently cooked lamb burgers can lead to food poisoning, as the ground lamb may still contain harmful bacteria after cooking.

The taste of a lamb burger can be described as spicy, sweet, mineral, and very juicy. Lamb burgers are delicious and very healthy as they contain a lot of protein and minerals.

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And, while most people prefer their burgers medium rare, it is also possible to eat lamb burgers medium rare, but the USDA advises against it.?Therefore, it is not recommended to eat medium-rare lamb burgers, but it is possible if the patron is willing to take the risk of becoming sick.

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Can you eat burgers medium rare ?

Hamburger nutrition varies based on size and how it’s eaten (think bun, condiments, cheese, etc.) Burgers can be a great source of protein and vitamins and minerals such as iron, B12 and zinc, which aids DNA synthesis and supports the immune system.

Nutrition-wise, protein content is similar in turkey, chicken or salmon burgers when compared to a beef burger of similar size. Turkey and chicken burgers may be slightly leaner depending on what type is used (e.g., 85% or 90%), and salmon burgers are higher in heart-healthy omega-3 fatty acids.

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Veggie burgers made with grains, beans and various vegetables may be slightly lower in protein compared with their animal counterparts, but higher in fiber and carbohydrates.

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Other meat burgers consist of various plant proteins like pea, rice and bean, and though slightly more processed, they add another option for those trying to add more plant –based meals to their diet.

Since condiments like ketchup and barbecue sauce can be high in added sugar, be mindful when adding them to your burger. You can also try other flavorful condiments like pickles or gut-friendly pickled onions.

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Burgers in general can be a part of a healthy, plant-forward diet, even from fast-food restaurant once in a while. Similar to other foods such as pasta, bagels and ice cream, burgers do not have to be completely off-limits. As always, it’s important to look at the big picture of your diet as a whole, rather than putting any single food in a vacuum.

Variety is key when it comes to eating a healthy diet.

When you set out to enjoy a juicy burger, it's usually the drippy, gooey cheeses, sauces, and condiments—aka all the extras—that make for an indulgent first impression. But what takes a burger from a mediocre fast-food item to a top-notch culinary achievement is the beef.

Burger serves antibiotic-free Angus beef, which doesn't contain any steroids, added hormones, chemicals, or additives. Additionally, the meat is humanely raised, vegetarian grass-fed, and never frozen.

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Priti Donnelly

Helping individuals and groups resolve conflicts through assisted conversations.

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Very delicious looking pictures is making me very hungry for a grilled, aromatic, smokey burger.

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Dayal Ram

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Meat patties from McDonald's and Wendy's received a C, while Burger King, Sonic, and Jack In the Box all received an F—signaling that those chains have not even established policies to restrict antibiotic use in their beef supply chains. It requires an investment to offer premium, never frozen Angus beef that is free of antibiotics, hormones, steroids, but it's important to satisfy an increasing number of guests concerned about the quality, transparency, and integrity of their food. It's another example of how we're working hard to deliver the best burger experience. To celebrate the perfect grade, the chain is currently serving an A+ Meal, a combo that includes a choice between the Burger Cheeseburger, Ultimate Bacon Cheeseburger, Conflicted Burger, And Breakfast-All-Day Burger, ?As well as the chain's Fresh-Cut Fries and a Coca-Cola Freestyle Beverage.

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