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How To Grind Your Own Burgers

By Danilo Alfaro, About.com

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Place Meat and Other Ingredients in Hopper

How To Grind Your Own Burgers

Place Meat and Other Ingredients in Hopper

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Place Meat and Other Ingredients in Hopper

If you're grinding a large amount of meat — like 2 to 3 pounds or more — make sure you keep it on ice to prevent bacteria growth. If you're grinding into a bowl, fill a larger bowl with ice, then nestle the smaller bowl into the ice to keep the finished product chilled.

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