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    Perfectly Grilled Hamburgers

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    A classic grilled hamburger recipe featuring grass-fed chuck, fresh herbs, and garlic.

    Ingredients for Perfectly Grilled Hamburgers

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    Ground Grass-Fed Chuck

    0 lb

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    Salt

    to taste

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    Freshly Ground Black Pepper

    to taste

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    Garlic Clove, finely chopped

    each

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    Lovage, chopped

    teaspoons

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    Levain Bread, toasted

    slices

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    Focaccia Bread, toasted

    slices

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    How to Make Perfectly Grilled Hamburgers

    1. Mix Meat and Seasonings

    In a mixing bowl, combine the ground grass-fed chuck with salt, freshly ground black pepper, finely chopped garlic cloves, and chopped lovage. Mix until just blended, taking care not to overwork the meat.

    2. Form Patties

    Divide the meat mixture into four equal portions and shape each into a patty. Make a small depression in the center of each patty with your thumb to prevent puffing during cooking.

    3. Grill Patties

    Preheat the grill and cook the patties for about 9 minutes, flipping halfway through for even cooking and grill marks.

    4. Toast Bread

    Toast eight slices of levain or focaccia bread until golden brown, using either the grill or a toaster.

    5. Assemble Hamburgers

    Place each grilled patty on a slice of toasted bread, add favorite toppings and condiments, and top with another slice of toasted bread to serve.

    Pitfalls and tips

    Meat Selection

    Opt for ground beef with a higher fat content, ideally 80/20 (80% lean meat to 20% fat). This ratio provides flavor and juiciness.

    Cooking Technique

    Cook patties on a preheated grill without pressing down, flipping only once after a good crust has formed to retain juiciness.

    Forming the Patties

    Handle the meat as gently and minimally as possible to avoid overworking it, which can lead to tough burgers. Make an indentation in the center with your thumb to prevent puffing up.

    Seasoning

    Season both sides of the patty generously with kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper just before grilling to enhance flavor without drawing out moisture too early.

    Temperature Control

    Use a meat thermometer to ensure proper doneness, removing patties from the grill slightly below the desired temperature to account for carryover cooking.


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