The Basic Burger

6 ingredients
2 steps

Ingredients

  • 3 pounds 80 percent lean ground chuck
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon pepper
  • 8 hamburger rolls, split, toasted
  • Cheese and condiments, optional
  • Assorted toppings (optional):

Directions

  1. 1
    Combine chuck, salt and pepper in a large bowl. Gently blend with a fork. Use moistened hands to form 8 3/4-inch-thick patties.
  2. 2
    Grill or broil burgers over moderate heat (about 5 inches from heat source) on one side for 5 minutes. Carefully turn and cook on other side for about 4 minutes for medium-rare burgers. Serve on warm buns, topped as desired.

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