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Classic Beef Burger

A delicious and juicy classic beef burger, perfect for grilling and topped with fresh ingredients.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Burger Patties
  • 1 pound ground beef 80/20 lean-to-fat ratio
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
Burger Toppings
  • 4 slices cheddar cheese optional
  • 4 buns burger buns toasted
  • 1 cup lettuce shredded
  • 1 tomato sliced
  • 1/2 cup pickles sliced
  • 1/4 cup ketchup to taste
  • 1/4 cup mustard to taste

Method
 

Prepare the Patties
  1. In a mixing bowl, combine ground beef, salt, black pepper, and garlic powder. Mix gently until just combined.
  2. Divide the mixture into 4 equal portions and shape them into patties.
Grill the Burgers
  1. Preheat the grill to medium-high heat.
  2. Place the patties on the grill and cook for about 4-5 minutes on each side, or until they reach an internal temperature of 160°F.
  3. If using cheese, add a slice to each patty during the last minute of cooking to melt.
Assemble the Burgers
  1. Toast the burger buns on the grill for about 1 minute.
  2. Place the cooked patties on the bottom half of each bun.
  3. Top with lettuce, tomato, pickles, ketchup, and mustard as desired. Cover with the top half of the bun.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 25gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 12gTrans Fat: 1gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 2gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Feel free to customize toppings and sauces to your liking.

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