Dougs Ultimate Hamburgers

Sink your teeth into Doug's Ultimate Hamburgers—a mouthwatering masterpiece that combines bold flavors with classic burger essentials! Crafted from juicy 80/20 ground beef seasoned with garlic and onion powders, Worcestershire sauce, and a touch of salt and pepper, these burgers boast incredible depth and richness. Topped with perfectly melted cheddar cheese, crisp lettuce, ripe tomato slices, red onion, and tangy pickles, this burger is elevated with a luscious homemade secret sauce. Toasted sesame or brioche buns add a buttery finish, creating the ultimate balance of texture and flavor. Whether you’re firing up the grill or using a skillet, this quick and easy recipe is destined to become your go-to for cookouts, weeknight dinners, or any time you crave the ultimate burger experience.

Nutriscore Rating: 57/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1.5 pounds Ground beef (80/20 blend)
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 0.5 teaspoon Garlic powder
• 0.5 teaspoon Onion powder
• 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
• 4 slices Cheddar cheese slices
• 4 pieces Burger buns (sesame or brioche)
• 4 pieces Lettuce leaves
• 8 slices Tomato slices
• 4 slices Red onion slices
• 8 slices Pickle slices
• 0.25 cup Mayonnaise
• 2 tablespoons Ketchup
• 1 teaspoon Yellow mustard
• 2 tablespoons Butter (for toasting buns)

Directions

Step 1

In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground beef, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, and Worcestershire sauce. Mix gently with your hands until well combined, being careful not to overwork the meat.

Step 2

Divide the beef mixture into 4 equal portions and shape them into patties about 3/4 inch thick. Make a small indentation in the center of each patty with your thumb to prevent it from puffing up during cooking.

Step 3

Preheat a grill or skillet over medium-high heat. While the grill heats, prepare the secret burger sauce by mixing the mayonnaise, ketchup, and yellow mustard in a small bowl. Set aside.

Step 4

Once the grill is hot, place the patties on the grill. Cook for about 4 minutes on one side, then flip and cook for another 3-4 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 160°F for medium doneness.

Step 5

During the last minute of cooking, place a slice of cheddar cheese on top of each patty to melt. Remove the patties from the grill and let them rest for 2-3 minutes.

Step 6

While the burgers are resting, lightly butter the insides of the burger buns and toast them on the grill or in a skillet until golden brown.

Step 7

Assemble the burgers: Spread a generous layer of the secret sauce on the bottom half of each bun. Add a lettuce leaf, a cooked patty with melted cheese, 2 slices of tomato, a slice of red onion, and 2 pickle slices. Top with the other half of the bun.

Step 8

Serve immediately with your favorite sides, such as fries or a fresh salad. Enjoy Doug's Ultimate Hamburgers!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1537.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3803.9

Total Fat 257.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 101.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0g
Cholesterol 703.0mg	0%
Sodium 6366.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 203.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 12.9g	0%
Total Sugars 34.7g
Protein 174.1g	0%

Vitamin D 60.4IU	0%
Calcium 1247.6mg	0%
Iron 24.1mg	0%
Potassium 2705.2mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 60.6%

Protein: 18.2%

Carbs: 21.3%