The Perfect Basic Burger
Ingredients:
– 1 pound ground beef 80% lean
– 1 teaspoon salt
– teaspoon black pepper
– 4 hamburger buns
– Optional toppings:
– Lettuce
– Tomato slices
– Sliced onions
– Pickles
– Cheese slices
– Ketchup, mustard, mayonnaise
Directions:
1. Season the Beef: In a large bowl, gently mix the ground beef with salt and black pepper. Divide the beef into 4 equal portions and shape into patties, about -inch thick. Make a slight indent in the center of each patty to prevent them from puffing up while cooking.
2. Preheat the Grill or Skillet: Preheat your grill to medium-high heat or heat a large skillet over medium heat. If using a skillet, lightly oil it to prevent sticking.
3. Cook the Burgers: Place the burger patties on the grill or skillet. Cook for about 4-5 minutes on each side for medium doneness, or until they reach your desired level of doneness. If adding cheese, place it on the patties during the last minute of cooking.
4. Toast the Buns: While the burgers are cooking, toast the hamburger buns on the grill or in a skillet until golden brown.
5. Assemble the Burgers: Place the cooked patties on the toasted buns. Add your favorite toppings like lettuce, tomato, onions, and condiments.
6. Serve: Serve the burgers hot with your choice of sides like fries or a fresh salad.
Nutritional Information:
– Prep Time: 10 minutes Cooking Time: 10 minutes Total Time: 20 minutes
– Kcal: 300 kcal per serving without toppings Servings: 4 servings
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