james beard's favorite hamburgers
The incomparable chef James Beard contributed this recipe to an article published many years ago in the food section of my hometown newspaper. These patties are moist and flavorful, with a savory, mild taste that pairs well with toppings of all kinds - whether spicy, sweet, or ethnic. Use whatever meat to fat ratio ground beef you desire. Best to use a mild tasting oil (such as Canola) so as not to "clash" with your desired toppings. My family loves these!
prep time
5 Min
cook time
10 Min
method
Stove Top
yield
4 serving(s)
Ingredients
- 2 pounds ground beef
- 3 tablespoons grated onion
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon pepper
- 2 - 4 tablespoons heavy cream - use larger amount with leaner beef
- 3 tablespoons oil
- 3 tablespoons butter
- - cheese of your choice, sliced (optional)
How To Make james beard's favorite hamburgers
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Step 1Pat the ground beef into a rather flat, large patty. Grate onion directly over meat. Sprinkle with salt and pepper. Spoon cream over meat.
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Step 2Blend well - but gently - with your hands until combined.
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Step 3Form meat into four patties. - for rare burgers, make patties about 1 and 1/4 inches thick.
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Step 4Heat oil and butter together into a heavy (preferably iron) skillet. When quite hot, add patties and cook to desired doneness. Turn only once or twice while cooking, and DO NOT press meat down with spatula.
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Step 5When done to your liking, add a slice of cheese, if using. Heat from burgers will melt cheese slightly. Prepare buns as desired.
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