Janelle's Special Hamburgers

Sink your teeth into Janelle’s Special Hamburgers, the ultimate homemade burger experience that’s juicy, flavorful, and irresistibly satisfying. Crafted with a perfectly seasoned 80/20 ground beef blend, these patties are enhanced with Worcestershire sauce, garlic powder, onion powder, and a hint of breadcrumbs for added texture. Topped with melted cheddar cheese and layered with crisp lettuce, ripe tomato slices, tangy pickles, and a buttery toasted bun, these burgers are not just a meal — they’re an event. Ready in just 25 minutes, this recipe is perfect for weeknight dinners or weekend BBQs. Customize each burger with your favorite condiments and serve alongside fries or a fresh salad for a crowd-pleasing feast.

Nutriscore Rating: 63/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 lb Ground beef (80/20 blend)
• 0.25 cup Breadcrumbs
• 1 large Egg
• 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
• 1 tsp Garlic powder
• 1 tsp Onion powder
• 1 tsp Salt
• 0.5 tsp Black pepper
• 4 slices Cheddar cheese slices
• 4 buns Hamburger buns
• 2 tbsp Butter
• 4 leaves Lettuce leaves
• 1 large Tomato
• 0.5 small Red onion
• 8 slices Pickles
• 4 tbsp Ketchup
• 4 tsp Mustard

Directions

Step 1

In a large mixing bowl, add ground beef, breadcrumbs, egg, Worcestershire sauce, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper.

Step 2

Using your hands or a fork, gently mix the ingredients until everything is just combined. Do not overmix to avoid tough burgers.

Step 3

Divide the mixture into 4 equal portions and shape them into patties about 1/2 inch thick. Make a small indent in the center of each patty with your thumb to help them cook evenly.

Step 4

Preheat a grill or stovetop skillet over medium-high heat. If using a skillet, lightly grease it with a small amount of oil.

Step 5

Place the patties on the grill or skillet. Cook for 3-4 minutes per side for medium doneness, or until the internal temperature reaches 160°F.

Step 6

In the final minute of cooking, place a slice of cheddar cheese on each patty to melt.

Step 7

While the burgers are cooking, slice the tomato and red onion into thin rounds, and prepare the lettuce and pickle slices.

Step 8

Lightly butter the insides of the hamburger buns and toast them on the grill or skillet until golden brown, about 1-2 minutes.

Step 9

To assemble, spread 1 tablespoon of ketchup and 1 teaspoon of mustard on the bottom half of each bun. Place the cooked patty on top, followed by a slice of lettuce, tomato, onion, and 2 pickle slices. Cover with the top bun.

Step 10

Serve immediately and enjoy Janelle's Special Hamburgers!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1388.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2577.5

Total Fat 178.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 83.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 3.1g
Cholesterol 706.0mg	0%
Sodium 8254.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 129.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 62.8g	0%
Total Sugars 33.6g
Protein 175.9g	0%

Vitamin D 86.3IU	0%
Calcium 1191.6mg	0%
Iron 19.1mg	0%
Potassium 1959.1mg	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: 56.8%

Protein: 24.9%

Carbs: 18.3%