Ingredients
– 1 ½ pounds ground beef (80/20 blend)
– 1 teaspoon garlic powder
– 1 teaspoon onion powder
– ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
– ½ teaspoon salt
– ¼ teaspoon black pepper
– 5 burger buns
– 5 slices of cheddar cheese
– Leaves of crisp lettuce
– Tomato slices
– Pickles (optional)
– Crack Burger Sauce (recipe below)
Instructions
Creating these delicious Crack Burgers is simple with this step-by-step guide:
1. Make the Sauce: In a small bowl, combine mayonnaise, ketchup, mustard, Worcestershire sauce, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Mix until smooth and set aside.
2. Prepare the Patties: In a large bowl, combine ground beef, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper. Mix gently until combined; avoid overworking the meat.
3. Form Patties: Divide the mixture into five equal parts and shape them into patties, slightly larger than your burger buns to account for shrinkage during cooking.
4. Preheat the Grill or Pan: Heat your grill or skillet over medium-high heat.
5. Cook the Patties: Place the patties on the grill or in the skillet. Cook for 4-5 minutes on one side, then flip and cook for an additional 3-4 minutes.
6. Add Cheese: In the last minute of cooking, place a slice of cheddar cheese on each patty to melt.
7. Toast the Buns: While the cheese melts, place the burger buns on the grill or in the pan for a minute or two until lightly toasted.
8. Assemble the Burgers: Spread a generous amount of Crack Burger Sauce on the bottom bun. Place on a lettuce leaf, followed by the cheesy patty, tomato slices, and pickles if using. Top with the other half of the bun.
9. Serve Immediately: Place the assembled burgers on a platter.
With these straightforward steps, you can enjoy Crack Burgers that will be the highlight of any meal!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20-25 minutes
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 5
- Calories: 450 kcal
- Fat: 10g
- Protein: 20g