LOOSE MEAT BEEF-N-BURGERS

I remember a delicious ground beef sandwich that was on the menu at the old People's Drug Stores in Washington, D.C. If my dad was out on a errand, he would ask me if I wanted a 'beef burger' from People's. I used to love this with an orange freeze. I think this is how I remember them tasting . . . at least it's pretty close.

1 T avocado oil or extra-light olive oil
2 lbs lean ground beef

1 medium yellow onion, finely diced
2 T dried minced onion

2 T dill pickle juice 

2 T brown sugar

1 T Worcestershire sauce

1 T soy sauce
1 T sweet paprika

2 t dry mustard powder

1 t garlic powder

Sea salt and finely ground black pepper

2 cups beef broth

In a large cast iron skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat and add the beef.
Cook, while breaking up with a wooden spoon, for about 10 to 12 minutes, until the beef is cooked through and lightly browned.
Add the onion and cook another 5 minutes.
Lower the heat to medium-low and add the rest of the ingredients.
Stir to combine and let simmer another 8 to 10 minutes.

Spoon onto toasted hamburger buns and serve with a pickle and potato chips.

Makes 6 sandwiches