American · easy
Classic Backyard Burgers
80/20 ground beef formed into half-pound patties, seasoned simply, and grilled over high heat until juicy with a proper crust. This is not a fancy burger. It's the burger every family makes in summer, done correctly. Salt generously, don't press the patty, and don't open the lid for the first 3 minutes.
- 18 min
- Total
- 4
- Serves
- $10.00
- Est. cost
- 580
- Cal/serving
Dietary, as tagged
- Kid-friendly
Parent noteEvery kid eats a burger. The build-your-own serving approach eliminates complaints about toppings. Offer simple options: cheese, ketchup, and pickles for younger kids. Internal temp should reach 160°F. Contains gluten from buns.
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Ingredients
- Ground Beef (80/20)2 lbs
- Hamburger Buns4
- American or Cheddar Cheese Slices (optional)4 slices
- Kosher Salt1 1/2 tsp
- Coarsely Ground Black Pepper1/2 tsp
- Lettuce, Tomato, Onion, Ketchup, Mustard (your choice) (optional)1 assorted
Method
- 01
Preheat grill to high heat (450-500°F). Clean and oil the grates.
- 02
Divide ground beef into 4 equal portions. Shape gently into 3/4-inch thick patties. Press a small indentation in the center of each with your thumb to prevent doming.
- 03
Season both sides generously with salt and pepper just before grilling.
- 04
Grill patties 3-4 minutes per side without pressing down. For cheeseburgers, add cheese in the last minute of cooking.
- 05
Toast buns on the grill, cut-side down, 1 minute.
- 06
Rest patties 2 minutes before serving. Set out condiments and let everyone build their own.
- 580
- Calories
- 38g
- Protein
- 28g
- Carbs
- 32g
- Fat
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