The Perfect Basic Burger

These burger patties are simply seasoned and ready to grill in minutes. Enjoy on ciabatta, Kaiser, or potato rolls topped with your favorite condiments.

• Preparation Time: 5 mins
• Cooking Time: 15 mins
• Total Time: 20 mins
• Calories: 317 Calories

Ingredients

• 1 large egg
• 1 pound ground beef
• 0.5 teaspoon ground black pepper
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 cup fine dry bread crumbs

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Preheat an outdoor grill for high heat and lightly oil grate.

Step 2

Place patties on the preheated grill. Cover and cook 6 to 8 minutes per side, or to desired doneness. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read at least 160 degrees F (70 degrees C).

Step 3

Whisk together egg, salt, and pepper in a medium bowl.

Step 4

Add ground beef and bread crumbs and mix with your hands or a fork until well blended.

Step 5

Form into four 3/4-inch-thick patties.