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Ingredients
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Burger Patties
Burger Toppings
Method
Preparing the Burger Patties
- 1
Mix the Ingredients
In a large mixing 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
Form the Patties
Divide the meat mixture into 4 equal portions and shape each portion into a patty, about 3/4 inch thick, making a small indentation in the center of each patty to prevent puffing during cooking.
Cooking the Burger Patties
- 3
- 4
Assembling the Burgers
- 5
Toast the Buns
If desired, toast the hamburger buns on the grill or in a toaster until golden brown.
- 6
Assemble the Burger
On the bottom half of each bun, layer the cooked patty, lettuce, sliced tomato, pickles, and your choice of condiments (ketchup, mustard, mayonnaise). Top with the other half of the bun.
