Ingredients

The following ingredients have 4 Servings
  • 2 pounds ground beef ( 80% or leaner)
  • 1 teaspoon Kosher salt
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper
  • 5 ounces American Cheese (Any favorite melting cheese can be used)
  • 4 hamburger buns
  • lettuce, tomatoes, onions, ketchup, pickles (optional)

Instruction

  • Preheat grill or grill pan to high heat, approximately 425°F/218°C.
  • In a large mixing bowl, mix the ground beef with salt and pepper. If using onion powder and garlic powder, add it to the meat mixture now.
  • Gently mix the meat together to incorporate the seasoning.
  • Divide ground beef into 8 equal portions of round, thin hamburger patties.
  • For the bottom patty, press a well in the center and add a slice of cheese.
  • Place the second, smaller burger patty on top and close up the burger. Ensure the cheese is enclosed with a tight seal of the meat so no cheese will drip out.
  • Reduce heat on grill to 350°F or reduce the heat to medium.
  • Add burgers to the grill or pan. Cook to desired temperature. Rare: 120°F to 125°F, Medium Rare: 130°F to 135°F, Medium Well: 150°F to 155°F, Well Done: 160°F to 165°F.
  • Top with your favorite toppings! Serve on hamburger buns, enjoy.