Description
Tender, juicy homemade burgers made with ground beef, bread crumbs, egg, and savory seasonings. Finish with melted cheese and an easy, creamy mayo-and-ketchup burger sauce.
Ingredients
Scale
For the Burgers
- 2 pounds ground beef (80/20)
- 1 large egg
- 3 tablespoons whole milk
- 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper
- ¼ teaspoon sea salt
- Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
- ¾ cup bread crumbs
For the Easy Burger Sauce
- ¼ cup mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons ketchup
- ¼ teaspoon garlic powder
- ¼ teaspoon onion powder
- ¼ chili powder blend, optional
For Serving
- 4 burger buns
- 4 slices cheddar or American cheese, optional
- Lettuce, sliced tomato, red onion, and pickles, as desired
Instructions
- Make the burger sauce: Stir together the mayonnaise, ketchup, garlic powder, and onion powder until smooth. If desired, add smoked paprika or chili powder, starting with ⅛ teaspoon and adjusting to taste. Cover and refrigerate until serving.
- Mix the burgers: In a large bowl, combine the ground beef, egg, milk, Worcestershire sauce, minced garlic, onion powder, cayenne, salt, pepper, and bread crumbs. Mix gently just until combined. Avoid over mixing, which can make the burgers dense.
- Shape the patties: Divide the mixture into 4 equal portions and shape into patties of even thickness, slightly wider than your buns. Press a shallow indentation into the center of each patty to help prevent puffing during cooking.
- Preheat: Heat a grill or large skillet over medium-high heat. Lightly oil the grill grates, or add a little oil to the skillet if needed. Cook in batches if necessary to avoid crowding.
- Cook the burgers: Cook the burgers for about 5–7 minutes per side, adjusting the heat if they brown too quickly, until the center reaches 160°F. Cooking time will vary with patty thickness and heat. Avoid pressing down on the patties with a spatula.
- Add cheese: If using cheese, add a slice during the final 1–2 minutes of cooking. Briefly cover the skillet or close the grill lid to melt it.
- Rest and assemble: Let the burgers rest for a few minutes. Spread burger sauce on the buns, then add the patties and your favorite toppings. Serve immediately.
- Prep Time: 10 min
- Cook Time: 15 min
- Category: Dinner, Lunch
- Method: Grilling, Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
