Hamburger Recipe

Time1h

Serves2

Prime hand pattied ground beef grilled to your desire, with lettuce, tomato and onion. Add cheese $1 Add bacon $1

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Ingredients

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1
Forming the Patties
In a mixing bowl, combine the ground beef, salt, and black pepper. Gently mix the ingredients until just combined. Divide the mixture into two equal portions and shape each portion into a patty approximately ¾ inch thick.
2
Chilling the Patties
Place the formed patties on a plate and refrigerate for about 30 minutes to help them hold their shape while grilling.

3
Preheating the Grill
Preheat your grill to medium-high heat, around 400°F (200°C).
4
Grilling the Patties
Once the grill is hot, place the beef patties on the grill. Cook for about 4-5 minutes on one side, then flip and cook for another 4-5 minutes, or until the desired doneness is achieved (145°F for medium-rare, 160°F for medium).
5
Adding Cheese
If adding cheese, place a slice on each patty during the last minute of cooking to allow it to melt.

6
Lettuce, Tomato, and Onion
Wash the lettuce leaf and pat dry. Slice the tomato into thin rounds and slice the onion into rings.
7
Cooking the Bacon (optional)
If adding bacon, cook it in a skillet over medium heat until crispy, about 5-7 minutes. Drain on paper towels.

8
Toasting the Buns
Lightly toast the hamburger buns on the grill for about 1-2 minutes until golden brown.
9
Building the Burger
On the bottom half of each bun, place a beef patty, followed by the lettuce, tomato, onion, and bacon if using. Top with the other half of the bun.