Juicy Hamburgers with Seasoned Beef (Printable Version)

Juicy seasoned beef patties grilled to perfection and served on soft buns with classic fixings for the ultimate homemade meal.

# What You Need:

→ For the Beef Patties

01 - 1 lb ground beef (80/20 blend recommended)
02 - 1 tsp salt
03 - 1/2 tsp freshly ground black pepper
04 - 1/2 tsp garlic powder
05 - 1/2 tsp onion powder
06 - 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce

→ For Assembling

07 - 4 hamburger buns
08 - 4 slices cheddar cheese (optional)
09 - 1 large tomato, sliced
10 - 1 small red onion, thinly sliced
11 - 4 lettuce leaves
12 - 4 slices dill pickle
13 - Ketchup, mayonnaise, and mustard (to taste)

# Steps:

01 - In a large bowl, combine ground beef, salt, pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, and Worcestershire sauce. Mix gently until just combined.
02 - Divide mixture into 4 equal portions and shape into patties about 3/4-inch thick, making a slight indentation in the center of each.
03 - Preheat grill or skillet over medium-high heat.
04 - Cook patties for 3–4 minutes per side for medium doneness, flipping once. If using cheese, place a slice on each patty during the last minute of cooking and cover to melt.
05 - Lightly toast buns on the grill or skillet for 1–2 minutes until golden.
06 - Place lettuce on the bottom bun, add the patty, then top with tomato, onion, pickles, and desired condiments. Cover with the top bun.
07 - Serve immediately with your favorite sides.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • The 80/20 beef blend creates the juiciest burger youll ever bite into
  • Simple seasonings let the beef shine while adding depth
  • Ready in 25 minutes from start to finish
02 -
  • Overworking the meat makes tough dense burgers
  • Letting patties rest after cooking helps retain juices
  • The center indentation really does prevent round puffy burgers
03 -
  • Bring meat to room temperature before cooking for even results
  • Dont press down on patties while they cook
  • Warm your condiments for a restaurant style touch
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