– 1 lb ground beef (80/20 blend for juiciness) – 4 hamburger buns (brioche or potato buns) – American or cheddar cheese slices – Lettuce, tomato, red onion, pickles – Ketchup, mustard, mayonnaise – Salt, black pepper
– Divide beef into 4 equal portions. – Form into ½-inch-thick patties (slightly larger than the buns). – Season generously with salt and pepper.
– Heat skillet/grill to medium-high. – Cook 3-4 minutes per side for medium. – Add cheese during the last minute to melt.
– Butter the inside of the buns. – Toast in a skillet or oven until crisp (1-2 minutes).
1. Bottom bun + mayo/mustard 2. Crispy lettuce, tomato, onion 3. Cheesy patty + pickles 4. Top bun with ketchup.
– Smoked bacon – Creamy avocado – Sunny-side-up egg – Caramelized onions
– Crispy seasoned fries – Beer-battered onion rings – Tangy coleslaw
– Use an 80/20 blend (20% fat = flavor!). – Let patties rest 2 minutes before serving. – Toast buns just before assembling.