Classic American Burger (Onion & Garlic Style)

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 20 minutes
Serves: 4

🧾 Ingredients:

• 1 lb ground beef (80/20 for best juiciness)
• 1 tsp onion powder
• 1 tsp garlic powder
• 1 tsp salt (or pink salt)
• ½ tsp ground black pepper
• 1 Tbsp Worcestershire sauce (optional)
• 4 burger buns
• 4 slices American or cheddar cheese

Toppings:

• lettuce, tomato, sliced onion, pickles

Condiments:

• ketchup, mustard, mayonnaise

👩🍳 Instructions:

Prepare Patties:
In a bowl, gently mix ground beef with onion powder, garlic powder, salt, black pepper, and Worcestershire sauce. Do not over mix. Shape into 4 patties and make a small dent in the center.

Cook Burgers:
Heat a grill or skillet over medium-high heat. Cook patties for 3–4 minutes per side until nicely seared and cooked to desired doneness.

Add Cheese:
Place cheese slices on patties during the last minute of cooking and allow to melt.

Assemble & Serve:
Lightly toast buns, assemble burgers with toppings and condiments, and serve hot.