Ken's Hamburgers

Sink your teeth into Ken’s Hamburgers, the ultimate homemade burger recipe that combines juicy, flavorful patties with classic toppings for a restaurant-quality meal right at home. Crafted from perfectly seasoned 80/20 ground beef and enhanced with a splash of Worcestershire sauce, these burgers are pan-seared to perfection for a mouthwatering crust. Each patty is topped with melty cheddar cheese and served on buttery toasted buns layered with crisp lettuce, fresh tomato slices, zesty pickles, and a tangy duo of ketchup and mayo. Ready in just 25 minutes and yielding four hearty servings, Ken’s Hamburgers are perfect for weeknight dinners or weekend cookouts. Pair with your favorite fries or a crisp salad and savor every bite of this all-American classic!

Nutriscore Rating: 61/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 lb Ground beef (80% lean)
• 1 tsp Salt
• 0.5 tsp Black pepper
• 0.5 tsp Garlic powder
• 0.5 tsp Onion powder
• 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
• 1 tbsp Vegetable oil
• 4 Hamburger buns
• 2 tbsp Butter
• 4 Cheddar cheese slices
• 4 leaves Lettuce
• 1 Tomato
• 8 slices Pickles
• 4 tbsp Ketchup
• 4 tbsp Mayonnaise

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 just combined; do not overmix to avoid tough burgers.

Step 2

Divide the beef mixture into 4 equal portions and shape each into a patty about ¾ inch thick. Make a slight indentation in the center of each patty with your thumb to prevent puffing while cooking.

Step 3

Heat a large skillet or grill pan over medium-high heat. Add the vegetable oil and swirl to coat the surface.

Step 4

Place the patties in the pan and cook for 3-4 minutes on one side without pressing down. Flip the patties 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 each patty to melt. Remove the patties from the heat and let them rest for a few minutes.

Step 6

While the patties rest, slice the hamburger buns in half and spread butter on the cut sides. Toast the buns in a clean skillet or on the grill until golden brown.

Step 7

Assemble the burgers by spreading 1 tablespoon each of ketchup and mayonnaise on the bottom bun. Layer with a lettuce leaf, a slice of tomato, 2 pickle slices, the cooked patty with melted cheese, and the top bun.

Step 8

Serve the burgers immediately with your favorite side dishes and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1244.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2858.9

Total Fat 225.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 86.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 9.3g
Cholesterol 538.5mg	0%
Sodium 7073.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 106.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 59.2g	0%
Total Sugars 24.2g
Protein 163.0g	0%

Vitamin D 32.6IU	0%
Calcium 1111.5mg	0%
Iron 16.1mg	0%
Potassium 1648.9mg	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: 65.3%

Protein: 21.0%

Carbs: 13.7%