Classic American Hamburgers

This recipe will guide you through the process of making delicious and juicy hamburgers at home. These classic American hamburgers are perfect for a backyard barbecue or a casual dinner. The secret to their fantastic flavor lies in the combination of quality ground beef, seasonings, and the cooking method. Serve them with your favorite toppings and enjoy a taste of American cuisine.

Ingredients

• 1 pound ground beef
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
• 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
• 4 hamburger buns
• Lettuce leaves
• Tomato slices
• Onion slices
• Cheese slices (optional)
• Ketchup, mayonnaise, mustard (optional)

Directions

1. Preheat your grill or stovetop pan over medium-high heat.
2. In a bowl, combine the ground beef, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder. Mix well until the seasonings are evenly distributed throughout the meat.
3. Divide the mixture into four equal portions and shape them into patties, about 1/2 to 3/4 inch thick.
4. Place the patties on the preheated grill or pan and cook for about 4-5 minutes on each side, or until they reach your desired level of doneness.
5. If using cheese, place a slice on each patty during the last minute of cooking and allow it to melt.
6. While the patties are cooking, lightly toast the hamburger buns on the grill or in a toaster.
7. Once cooked, remove the patties from the grill or pan and let them rest for a few minutes.
8. Assemble your hamburgers by placing a lettuce leaf on the bottom half of each bun, followed by a cooked patty. Top with tomato slices, onion slices, and any additional toppings of your choice.
9. Spread ketchup, mayonnaise, and mustard on the top half of the buns, if desired.
10. Close the burgers with the top half of the buns and serve them immediately.

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