Juicy Beef Patties with Buns (Printer-Friendly)

Tender seasoned beef patties served in soft buns with fresh toppings and classic condiments.

# What You Need:

→ Beef Patties

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

→ Assembly

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)

# How-To Steps:

01 - In a large mixing bowl, gently combine ground beef with salt, black pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, and Worcestershire sauce until evenly mixed.
02 - Divide the mixture into four equal portions and shape each into a 3/4-inch thick patty, creating a slight indentation in the center to prevent bulging during cooking.
03 - Preheat grill or skillet to medium-high heat to ensure proper searing.
04 - Cook the patties for 3 to 4 minutes per side for medium doneness; if using cheese, place a slice on each patty during the last minute and cover to melt.
05 - Lightly toast hamburger buns on the grill or skillet for 1 to 2 minutes until golden and slightly crisp.
06 - Layer lettuce on the bottom bun, add the cooked patty, then top with tomato slices, red onion, pickles, and desired condiments before placing the top bun.
07 - Serve the assembled burgers at once with preferred side dishes.

# Helpful Hints:

01 -
  • The 80/20 beef blend keeps patties juicy without being greasy, so you actually taste the meat.
  • That little indent in the center prevents burgers from puffing up like hockey pucks on the grill.
  • Everything comes together in under 30 minutes, making this perfect for a weeknight dinner or casual gathering.
02 -
  • Never press down on the burger while it cooks—that squeezes out all the juices that make it taste good and keeps it tender.
  • The meat is still cooking after you take it off the heat, so remove it when it's slightly underdone compared to what you want to eat.
03 -
  • Make a small indent in the center of each patty before cooking—it prevents the burger from puffing up and ensures even cooking throughout.
  • Let your meat come to room temperature for about 15 minutes before shaping, so the patties cook evenly without a cold center.
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