Jul 14 2026
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Hamburger Recipe

Time30m
Serves2

With lettuce and tomato

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Ingredients

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Burger Patties

Buns and Toppings

Method

Preparing the Patties

  1. 1

    Form the Patties

    In a mixing bowl, combine the ground beef, salt, black pepper, and garlic powder. Mix gently until just combined. Divide the mixture into two equal portions and shape them into patties.

  2. 2

    Preheat the Grill or Skillet

    Preheat your grill or a skillet over medium-high heat.

  3. 3

    Cook the Patties

    Place the patties on the grill or skillet. Cook for about 4-5 minutes on one side, then flip and cook for another 3-4 minutes for medium doneness. Adjust cooking time based on desired doneness.

Assembling the Burger

  1. 4

    Prepare the Tomato

    Slice the tomato into thick slices.

  2. 5

    Toast the Buns (Optional)

    If desired, toast the hamburger buns on the grill or in a toaster until golden brown.

  3. 6

    Layer the Ingredients

    On the bottom half of each bun, place 2 lettuce leaves, followed by a cooked patty, a slice of tomato, and your desired amount of ketchup and mustard.

  4. 7

    Finish the Burger

    Top with the other half of the bun. Serve immediately.

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