Grill a Better Burger

1. 1

   Preheat a grill to medium heat.

2. 2

   Put the uncooked beef in a bowl and add the onion and garlicno salt yet.

3. 3

   Mix gently to combine then create 4 light and loosely formed patties.

4. 4

   Sprinkle each burger with salt and pepper right before you put it on the grill.

5. 5

   Immediately grill them at medium heat.

6. 6

   Keep the lid closed and grill until marked on the bottom, 3 to 5 minutes.

7. 7

   Turn and grill until the other side is marked and the patties feel firm, 3 to 5 more minutes.

8. 8

   Theyre perfectly done when they measure 160 F inside.

9. 9

   If desired, top each burger with 2 slices of cheese (dont put cold cheese on them and never American) during the last 2 minutes of cooking and cover with foil to melt.

10. 10

    Remove burgers from the grill onto a clean platter.

11. 11

    Let the burgers stand for 2 or 3 minutes to allow juice to redistribute.

12. 12

    And dont stop at the burger, serve on good quality buns!

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.