Great American Hamburger from Steven Raichlen

Great American Hamburger from Steven Raichlen

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Get Steven Raichlen's best hamburger recipe. Use a flavorful cut, like sirloin or chuck, that isn't too lean: 15 to 20 percent fat is ideal.

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Cooking tools:

  • Grill
  • Grill brush
  • Kitchen scale
  • Mixing bowl
  • Measuring spoon
  • Spatula
  • Plate
  • Pastry brush
  • Serving platter
  • Cutting board
  • Chef's knife
  • Tongs
  • Kitchen towel

Ingredients

  • 2 1/4 pounds ground round, chuck, or sirloin
  • 6 slices (1/2 inch thick) Vidalia or other sweet onion (optional)
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted, or 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
  • Salt
  • freshly ground black pepper
  • 6 hamburger buns
  • Iceberg lettuce leaves
  • Sliced ripe tomatoes
  • Sliced dill pickles or sweet pickles
  • Cooked bacon (2 slices per burger)
  • Ketchup, Mustard, and Mayonnaise

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