Classic Burger Recipe
A delicious classic with all the fixings.
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Ingredients
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Burger Patties
Burger Assembly
Method
Preparing the Patties
- 1
Mix Ingredients
In a large bowl, combine the ground beef, salt, black pepper, and garlic powder. Mix gently with your hands until just combined, being careful not to overwork the meat.
- 2
Form Patties
Divide the mixture into two equal portions and shape each portion into a patty about ¾ inch thick. Make a small indentation in the center of each patty to prevent them from puffing up while cooking.
Cooking the Patties
- 3
- 4
- 5
Flip and Add Cheese
Flip the patties and place a slice of cheddar cheese on each patty. Cook for another 3-4 minutes for medium doneness, or until cooked to your desired level.
Assembling the Burger
- 6
Prepare Buns
While the patties are cooking, cut the burger buns in half. Toast them lightly on the grill or in a toaster if desired.
- 7
Add Fixings
On the bottom half of each bun, place a leaf of lettuce, followed by a slice of tomato, a pickle slice, and the cooked patty with melted cheese.
- 8
