The Better Burger
Introducing "The Better Burger," your new go-to recipe for the ultimate homemade burger experience! Crafted with perfectly seasoned 80/20 ground beef and a touch of Worcestershire sauce for bold, savory flavor, these juicy patties are seared to perfection and topped with melted cheddar cheese. Nestled inside buttery, golden-toasted brioche buns and layered with crisp lettuce, ripe tomato slices, crunchy pickles, and thinly sliced red onion, this burger is everything you love about a classic with a gourmet twist. Completed with a trio of condiments—ketchup, mustard, and mayo—for a perfect balance of tang and creaminess, "The Better Burger" is a quick and satisfying culinary masterpiece you’ll want to savor again and again. Ready in just 25 minutes, it’s ideal for weeknight dinners, backyard barbecues, or impressing guests with the best burger they’ve ever had!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground beef (80/20 lean-to-fat ratio)
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.5 teaspoon garlic powder
- 0.5 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 4 pieces brioche burger buns
- 4 pieces cheddar cheese slices
- 4 pieces lettuce leaves
- 1 medium tomato, sliced
- 0.5 medium red onion, thinly sliced
- 8 slices pickles
- 0.25 cup ketchup
- 0.25 cup mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon yellow mustard
- 2 tablespoons butter, softened
Instructions
In a large bowl, combine the ground beef, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, and Worcestershire sauce. Mix gently with your hands until just combined. Avoid overmixing to prevent a dense burger.
Divide the beef mixture into four equal portions and shape each into a patty about ¾ inch thick. Press a slight indentation into the center of each patty to ensure even cooking.
Heat a skillet or grill over medium-high heat. While it heats, spread the softened butter onto the inside surfaces of the brioche buns.
Toast the buns on the skillet or grill for 1-2 minutes until golden brown, then set aside.
Cook the burger patties on the hot skillet or grill for 3-4 minutes on the first side without pressing down. Flip and cook for another 3-4 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 160°F (71°C) for medium doneness.
Place a slice of cheddar cheese on each patty during the last minute of cooking to allow it to melt.
Assemble the burgers by spreading ketchup, mayonnaise, and mustard on the bottom half of each toasted bun. Layer with a lettuce leaf, a cooked patty with melted cheese, a slice of tomato, red onion rings, and pickles.
Top with the upper half of the toasted bun and serve immediately. Enjoy your delicious Better Burger!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3260 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 228.0 g | 292% | |
| Saturated Fat | 94.8 g | 474% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 654 mg | 218% | |
| Sodium | 6787 mg | 295% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 170.9 g | 62% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 9.1 g | 32% | |
| Total Sugars | 39.7 g | ||
| Protein | 132.3 g | 265% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.7 mcg | 4% | |
| Calcium | 1218 mg | 94% | |
| Iron | 19.8 mg | 110% | |
| Potassium | 1864 mg | 40% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
