Meal 14: Burgers

Burgers are a classic American food and I don't think my food education would be complete without making them. They were easy to make and the pay off was pretty good, so I can understand why they are such a staple. Also, unlike with the ribs I made, I decided not to reinvent the wheel and to just stick with a classic burger, which also meant that the toppings would be traditional (cheddar, tomato, onion, pickle, mustard, etc). To go with the burgers I bought sweet potato fries, which would have been a hassle to make had I tried to do them from scratch.

Recipe:

Classic Burger

2 lbs ground beef
2 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
2 tbsp onion powder
Salt and Pepper

1.) Using your hands, mix all of the ingredients in a large bowl. Separate the mix into 6 balls and form into patties, placing them on a baking sheet lined with wax paper. Let the burgers sit while you prepare the grill.
2.) When the grill gets hot, place the burgers on the rack and let cook for 5 minutes, then flip, allowing to cook for 2-3 more minutes.
3.) Place the finished burgers on a clean baking sheet and place a piece of cheese on each, allowing it to melt. Serve on a bun with your favorite toppings.