The 1953 Hamburger Recipe

Time30m

Serves2

Hand-patted beef dressed with lettuce, tomato, pickle & onion, served on brioche bun.

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Ingredients

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1
Mix the Ingredients
In a mixing bowl, combine the ground beef, salt, black pepper, and garlic powder. Mix gently until just combined to avoid overworking the meat.
2
Form the Patties
Divide the mixture into two equal portions and shape each portion into a patty about 3/4 inch thick. Make a slight indentation in the center of each patty to help them cook evenly.

3
Preheat the Grill or Skillet
Preheat your grill or skillet over medium-high heat. If using a skillet, you may add a little oil to prevent sticking.
4
Cook the Patties
Place the patties on the grill or skillet. Cook for about 4-5 minutes on one side until a nice crust forms. Flip the patties and cook for another 4-5 minutes for medium-rare, or until they reach your desired doneness.

5
Slice the Vegetables
While the patties are cooking, slice the tomato into rounds, prepare the romaine lettuce leaves, and cut the red onion into thin slices.

6
Toast the Buns
If desired, toast the brioche buns on the grill or in a toaster until golden brown.
7
Layer the Ingredients
On the bottom half of each bun, start with a leaf of romaine lettuce, followed by the cooked patty, tomato slices, pickle slices, and red onion slices. Top with the other half of the bun.

8
Serve Immediately
Serve the burgers immediately while hot, optionally with fries or your favorite side dish.