Hamburger Patties
These homemade hamburger patties are juicy, tender, and packed with classic savory flavor. Made with perfectly seasoned ground beef and cooked to golden-brown perfection, they deliver a rich, satisfying bite every time. Whether grilled outdoors or cooked on the stovetop, these patties stay moist and flavorful, making them perfect for stacking on toasted buns with melty cheese, crisp lettuce, and your favorite toppings. Simple, comforting, and endlessly customizable, this burger recipe is a timeless favorite for weeknight dinners and backyard cookouts alike.
Fun Facts:
Burgers made with 80/20 ground beef are juicier because the fat melts during cooking, naturally basting the meat.
Pressing a burger while it cooks actually pushes the juices out, making it drier—hands off is best!
Letting burgers rest for a couple of minutes after cooking helps the juices redistribute, just like with steak.
Cheeseburgers became popular in the U.S. in the 1920s and quickly turned burgers into a comfort-food classic.
Toasting the bun creates a crispy barrier that helps keep it from getting soggy.
How to make Burger Patties:
Step 1: In a bowl, combine ground beef, salt, pepper, seasonings, crumbs, egg and lemon juice. Mix just until combined—don’t overwork the meat.
Step 2: Form patties about ¾-inch thick (Its easiest to use a burger press). Press a small indent in the center of each patty to prevent puffing.
Step 3: Grill: Preheat to medium-high. Cook patties 3–4 minutes per side. Skillet: Heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Cook 3–4 minutes per side.
Tips:
Freeze uncooked patties patties: Shape the patties, place parchment or wax paper between each one, and stack them in a freezer-safe bag or container. Label & freeze: Write the date on the bag. Freeze flat for easier storage. You can freeze them up to 3 months in the freezer for best quality.
HAMBURGER PATTIES
Summer Time
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 8–10 minutes
Total Time: 18–20 minutes
Ingredients:
2.2 lbs ground beef
1 cup bread crumbs or saltine crackers
1 tablespoon knorr tomato bouillon
juice of 1 lemon
1 egg
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
3/4 teaspoon hamburger seasoning
Instructions:
In a bowl, combine ground beef, salt, pepper, seasonings, crumbs, egg and lemon juice. Mix just until combined—don’t overwork the meat.
Form patties about ¾-inch thick (Its easiest to use a burger press). Press a small indent in the center of each patty to prevent puffing.
Grill: Preheat to medium-high. Cook patties 3–4 minutes per side. Skillet: Heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Cook 3–4 minutes per side.
Place cheese on patties during the last minute of cooking and cover to melt (Opcional).
