Best Beef Burger

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Prep Time:
5 mins
Total Time:
25 mins
Servings:
4

Customize this American classic with toppings such as cheese, tomatoes, raw or grilled onion, pickles, jalapenos, and more.

Ingredients

  • 2 pounds ground chuck

  • 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard

  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce

  • Coarse salt and pepper

  • 4 hamburger buns

Directions

  1. Heat grill to high. In a medium bowl, use a fork to gently combine beef, mustard, and Worcestershire sauce; season with salt and pepper. Gently form mixture into four 1-inch-thick patties.

  2. Place patties on hottest part of grill; sear until browned, 1 to 2 minutes per side. Move patties to cooler part of grill; continue grilling until desired doneness, 4 to 8 minutes per side.

  3. Split the hamburger buns and toast on the grill if you like; place a burger on each bun and serve with the desired accompaniments.

Variations

Suggested accompaniments: cheese slices, sliced beefsteak tomatoes, red and white onions(raw or grilled), ketchup, mustard, pickles, mayonnaise, Boston lettuce leaves

Originally appeared: Everyday Food, July/August 2003

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