• 1 envelope instant onion soup mix (such as Lipton Recipe Soup Secrets)
• 2 pounds ground beef
• 1-1/2 cups dry bread crumbs
• 2 eggs
• 3/4 cup water
• 1/3 cup ketchup (I have substituted tomato paste, salsa and pasta sauce)

In a large bowl, combine ingredients. Form into patties and fry, grill or bake according to your preference.

Okay, so this is actually a meatloaf recipe, but we use it more often for burgers on the grill, especially since we have a regular party crasher. Of course if you want to make the meatloaf, here’s how:

Preheat oven to 350º (F). In a large bowl combine all the ingredients. In a 13×9-inch baking or roasting pan, shape into a loaf. Bake uncovered 1 hour or until done. Let stand 10 minutes before serving.

Makes about 8 servings