Prepare a medium-hot fire in your grill.

You’re aiming to grill the burgers at about 425°F.

In a medium nonreactive bowl, combine the ground beef with the ranch dressing mix and the rub.

Using your hands mix gently to combine, taking care not to overwork the meat.

Form into two patties of equal size (or three or four patties, if you like smaller burgers).

Place the burgers on the rack directly over the coals.

Cover the grill and cook the burgers to your doneness of choice: For medium-rare, I like about 6 minutes per side.

Top each burger with a slice of cheddar cheese.

Transfer them to a platter and let them rest, lightly tented with aluminum foil, for 10 minutes.

Meanwhile, lightly toast the buns and butter them, if you like.

Serve the cheeseburgers immediately, with your garnishes of choice.