Jul 13 2026
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Beef Burger Recipe

Inspired by The Crown Tavern
Time30m
Serves4

Classic beef burger with all the fixings.

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Ingredients

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Burger Patties

Burger Assembly

Method

Preparing the Patties

  1. 1

    Mixing Ingredients

    In a large bowl, combine the ground beef, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder. Use your hands to mix until just combined, being careful not to overwork the meat.

  2. 2

    Forming Patties

    Divide the mixture into 4 equal portions and shape each portion into a patty about 3/4 inch thick. Make a small indentation in the center of each patty to prevent puffing during cooking.

Cooking the Patties

  1. 3

    Preheat the Grill or Pan

    Heat a grill or skillet over medium-high heat. Lightly oil the grill grates or the skillet if needed.

  2. 4

    Cooking the Patties

    Place the patties on the grill or in the skillet. Cook for about 4-5 minutes on each side for medium doneness, or until they reach your desired internal temperature. In the last minute of cooking, place a slice of cheddar cheese on each patty to melt.

Assembling the Burger

  1. 5

    Toast the Buns

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

  2. 6

    Building the Burger

    On the bottom half of each bun, place a lettuce leaf, followed by the cooked patty with melted cheese, a slice of tomato, pickles, ketchup, and mustard. Top with the other half of the bun.

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