How to Make Hamburgers in an Electric Smoker

* Beef patties: You can use any type of ground beef you like, but I prefer to use a blend of chuck and sirloin.

* Hamburger buns: You can use any type of hamburger buns you like, but I prefer to use potato buns.

* Cheese: I like to use cheddar cheese, but you can use any type of cheese you like.

* Lettuce: I like to use iceberg lettuce, but you can use any type of lettuce you like.

* Tomato: I like to use Roma tomatoes, but you can use any type of tomato you like.

* Onion: I like to use red onion, but you can use any type of onion you like.

* Ketchup: I like to use Heinz ketchup, but you can use any type of ketchup you like.

* Mustard: I like to use French's mustard, but you can use any type of mustard you like.

* Relish: I like to use Vlasic relish, but you can use any type of relish you like.

Instructions

1. Preheat your electric smoker to 225 degrees Fahrenheit.

2. Form the ground beef into patties. I like to make my patties about 1/2-inch thick and 3 inches in diameter.

3. Season the patties with salt and pepper.

4. Place the patties on the smoker grate and cook for about 1 hour, or until the internal temperature reaches 160 degrees Fahrenheit.

5. While the patties are cooking, prepare the toppings. Shred the cheese, slice the lettuce and tomato, and chop the onion.

6. Once the patties are cooked, remove them from the smoker and let them rest for a few minutes.

7. Open the hamburger buns and add the patties.

8. Top the patties with your favorite toppings.

9. Serve immediately.

Tips

* If you want to add more flavor to your hamburgers, you can marinate them in a mixture of olive oil, Worcestershire sauce, and garlic powder for at least 30 minutes before cooking.

* You can also cook your hamburgers over direct heat if you prefer. Just preheat your smoker to 350 degrees Fahrenheit and cook the patties for about 5 minutes per side, or until they reach your desired doneness.

* If you don't have an electric smoker, you can also make hamburgers in a charcoal smoker. Just follow the same instructions, but use charcoal instead of wood chips.