Jay's Hamburgers

Sink your teeth into the ultimate homemade burger experience with Jay's Hamburgers, a quick and flavorful recipe that delivers next-level satisfaction. Perfectly seasoned ground beef patties—infused with Worcestershire sauce, garlic powder, and onion powder—are grilled to juicy perfection and topped with melty cheddar cheese for a rich, savory bite. Toasted buttery buns provide a golden, crisp base for classic toppings like fresh lettuce, ripe tomato, tangy pickles, and a trio of condiments: ketchup, mustard, and creamy mayonnaise. Ready in just 20 minutes, this easy and customizable recipe is ideal for family dinners, backyard barbecues, or casual gatherings. Elevate your burger game with this crowd-pleaser that’s bursting with flavor in every bite!

Nutriscore Rating: 63/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 pound Ground beef (80% lean/20% fat)
• 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 (optional)
• 4 pieces Hamburger buns
• 2 tablespoons Butter (softened)
• 4 pieces Lettuce leaves
• 4 slices Tomato slices
• 8 pieces Pickles
• 4 tablespoons Ketchup
• 4 tablespoons Mayonnaise
• 4 teaspoons Mustard

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, being careful not to overwork the meat.

Step 2

Divide the ground beef mixture into four equal portions and shape each into a patty, making a slight indent in the center of each patty with your thumb to prevent puffing while cooking.

Step 3

Preheat a grill or large skillet over medium-high heat. Lightly oil the grates or add a small amount of oil to the pan to prevent sticking.

Step 4

Cook the burger patties for 3-4 minutes on the first side without pressing down on them. Flip and cook for an additional 3-4 minutes on the other side for medium doneness. Adjust the time for desired doneness.

Step 5

If using cheese, place a slice of cheddar cheese on each patty during the last minute of cooking to melt.

Step 6

While the burgers cook, spread a thin layer of butter on the cut sides of the hamburger buns. Toast them on the grill or skillet until golden brown, about 1-2 minutes.

Step 7

To assemble the burgers, spread mayonnaise on the bottom bun and add lettuce, tomato slices, and pickles. Place the cooked burger patty on top, followed by ketchup and mustard.

Step 8

Add the top bun and serve immediately. Customize with additional toppings if desired!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1207.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2734.1

Total Fat 214.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 86.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.3g
Cholesterol 555.1mg	0%
Sodium 6035.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 96.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 59.9g	0%
Total Sugars 16.7g
Protein 163.4g	0%

Vitamin D 42IU	0%
Calcium 1079.2mg	0%
Iron 15.0mg	0%
Potassium 1777.4mg	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: 65.0%

Protein: 22.0%

Carbs: 13.0%