Hamburgers, Oven Fries, & Balsamic Vinaigrette

Enjoy a classic and satisfying meal with homemade Hamburgers, crispy Oven Fries, and a fresh Romaine Salad with Balsamic Vinaigrette. The juicy burgers are seasoned to perfection, while the golden oven fries provide the perfect crispy side. Complement this hearty duo with a simple, tangy salad to round out your meal. Photo by Dinnerly.

What You Need — For the Hamburgers

1 lb ground beef

1 teaspoon onion powder

1 teaspoon garlic powder

1 tablespoon dijon mustard

Desired toppings (lettuce, tomato, ketchup, cheese)

What You Need — For the Oven Fries

2 – 3 russet potatoes

1/4 cup olive oil

Garlic powder

What You Need — For the Balsamic Vinaigrette

1/4 cup balsamic vinegar

1 tablespoon dijon mustard

3/4 cup olive oil

1 garlic clove

1 tablespoon brown sugar or honey

Romaine lettuce

What You Do — For the Burgers

1. Mix together ground beef with 1 teaspoon onion powder, garlic powder, and salt. Add in 1 tablespoon dijon mustard.

2. Use hands to mix, ensuring it's well combined. Shape patties into equal size patties.

3. Heat a skillet to high and place burgers in, being careful not to overcrowd the pan.

4. Cook on high for 1 – 2 minutes, until color develops, then lower heat and cook for 4 additional minutes.

5. Flip, and cook for 5 minutes on the other side.

6. Serve with desired toppings.

What You Do — For the Oven Fries

1. Cut clean potatoes into wedges.

2. Place in a sauce pan with cold water and 1 tablespoon salt. Boil for 15 minutes.

3. Strain out potatoes and toss with oil and 1 teaspoon salt, and if desired, garlic powder.

4. Lay out potatoes on parchment lined sheet tray with space around each potato.

5. Cook until golden brown, anywhere from 20 – 40 minutes depending on the oven.

6. Halfway through, move around on the tray to ensure even cooking.

What You Do — For Balsamic Vinaigrette

1. Combine vinegar, chopped garlic, dijon mustard, and honey or brown sugar in a medium sized bowl.

2. Stir to combine and season with salt and pepper.

3. Slowly stream in olive oil while stirring constantly, making sure to create the emulsification.

4. Taste and adjust seasoning.