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Classic Burger

This recipe is quick, easy, and delicious.
Prep Time15 minutes
Cook Time25 minutes
Total Time40 minutes
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Keyword: burger, classic burger, hamburger, juicy burger
Servings: 8 burgers
Calories: 259kcal

Equipment

  • cast iron skillet

Ingredients

  • 2 lbs ground beef (80/20 fat ratio is preferable)
  • 1 egg
  • ¾ c breadcrumbs (You can use panko, unseasoned, etc. Whatever you have access to will work!)
  • 3 tbsp milk
  • 2 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
  • tsp cayenne pepper
  • 1 tbsp minced garlic (this is about 2 cloves worth)

Instructions

  • Set your clean cast iron skillet on the stove, over high heat. Let it pre-heat for about 10 minutes, while you prep the ingredients.
  • In a large bowl, beat your egg. Add breadcrumbs, milk, Worcestershire, cayenne, and garlic. Give it another stir with a whisk or fork, or whatever utensil you used to beat the egg.
  • Add ground beef, mix all ingredients thoroughly with your hands.
  • Divide the beef mixture into 8 evenly sized portions. Form your burgers.
  • Depending on the size of your skillet, add your burgers 2-4 at a time. Cook for 3-3½ minutes per side, and set aside. You can set the burgers onto a baking sheet once cooked, and keep them in the oven on a low setting until the rest of the burgers are ready to be served.
  • Once your burgers are ready, add your favorite condiments and toppings, and enjoy!