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Juicy Hamburger Recipe

This Juicy Hamburger Recipe delivers mouthwatering beef patties, melty cheese, and fresh toppings—perfect for backyard barbecues or easy family dinners.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 lb ground beef 80/20 lean-to-fat ratio
  • Salt to taste
  • Pepper to taste
  • 4 soft burger buns
  • 4 slices cheddar cheese
  • 1 cup crispy lettuce shredded
  • 1 medium tomato sliced
  • 4 pickles sliced
  • 2 tbsp ketchup
  • 2 tbsp mustard

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • grill
  • Spatula
  • skillet

Method
 

  1. In a mixing bowl, season ground beef with salt and pepper. Gently form into four equal-sized patties, creating a small indentation in each center.
  2. Preheat grill or skillet to medium-high heat (375°F–400°F).
  3. Grill patties for 4–5 minutes per side until nicely browned and internal temperature reaches 160°F.
  4. During the last minute of cooking, place a slice of cheddar cheese on each patty to melt.
  5. Assemble burgers with buns, patties, lettuce, tomato, pickles, ketchup, and mustard. Serve immediately.

Notes

Use 80/20 ground beef for juicy texture. Avoid pressing patties while cooking. Let rest a few minutes before serving. Add bacon, avocado, or your favorite sauces to customize.