Classic Hamburger Patties
Seared beef hamburger patties seasoned with salt and pepper, served on toasted buns.
Equipment
- Large skillet or grill
- Instant read thermometer
- Spatula
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 lb 80/20 ground beef fresh and cold
- ½ tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
- 4 burger buns brioche, sesame, or potato
- 4 cheddar cheese slices optional
Instructions
Cooking
- Form. Divide the beef into 4 portions and shape into balls, then flatten into patties with a shallow dent in the center.
- Season. Sprinkle both sides with salt and pepper just before cooking.
- Heat. Heat a skillet or grill over high heat until very hot.
- Sear. Cook 2 to 4 minutes per side, flipping once, until the center reaches 160 F, adding cheese a minute before the end.
- Rest. Rest a few minutes and serve on toasted buns with toppings.
Notes
Substitutions: Ground chuck or sirloin replaces the 80/20 beef.
Tips: Do not overwork the meat and flip once.
Storage: Refrigerate cooked patties for up to 4 days or freeze raw patties for up to 3 months.
Nutrition does not include the optional cheese or toppings.