Beef Burgers

Name: Beef Burgers
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 12 min
Total time: 22 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 1 lb ground beef (80/20); 1/2 tsp salt; 1/4 tsp black pepper; 4 buns burger buns; 4 lettuce leaves; 4 tomato slices; 2 American cheese slices; 2 tbsp dill pickle slices; 2 tbsp ketchup

Juicy, classic beef burgers perfect for grilling or stovetop cooking with all your favorite toppings.

22 minEasyServes 4420 cal/serving

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Ingredients

1 lb ground beef (80/20)
1/2 tsp salt
1/4 tsp black pepper
4 buns burger buns
4 lettuce leaves
4 tomato slices
2 American cheese slices
2 tbsp dill pickle slices
2 tbsp ketchup

Instructions

1

Gently form 1 lb ground beef (80/20) into patties about 3/4-inch thick. Make a small indent in the center with your thumb.
2

Season both sides of each patty generously with 1/2 tsp salt and 1/4 tsp black pepper.
3

Heat a skillet or grill to medium-high heat.
4

Cook the patties for 3-4 minutes per side until a meat thermometer reads 160°F (71°C) for medium.
5

Top each patty with 2 American cheese slices in the last minute of cooking and cover to melt.
6

Toast 4 buns burger buns lightly if desired.
7

Assemble burgers by placing patties on buns with 4 lettuce leaves, 4 tomato slices, 2 tbsp dill pickle slices, and 2 tbsp ketchup.
8

Serve immediately.

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Questions

What internal temperature should Beef Burgers reach?

For Beef Burgers, the target internal temperature is 160 F (about 70 C), given in step 4. A probe thermometer removes the guesswork.

Can I use ground turkey instead of ground beef in Beef Burgers?

Yes. Choose turkey that is not extra-lean and add a tablespoon of oil to the pan, because turkey has less fat and browns more slowly. Season it a little harder than you would beef. As written, the entry for Beef Burgers uses 1 lb ground beef (80/20).

Can I make Beef Burgers dairy-free?

Yes. The dairy in Beef Burgers is 2 American cheese slices. Swap the cheese for a plant-based melting cheese (expect a milder flavor). The richness shifts slightly, but the method does not change.

Can I make Beef Burgers gluten-free?

Yes. The gluten in Beef Burgers is 4 buns burger buns. Swap the bread or crumbs for a gluten-free loaf or gluten-free panko. Everything else proceeds as written.

How do I store and reheat Beef Burgers?

Refrigerate what is left of Beef Burgers within two hours and eat it within three days. Reheat gently on the stovetop.

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