perfect burger

Serves 3

Prep time: 5 minutes

Cook time: 15 minutes

Total time: 20 minutes

• 1 pound ground meat
• 1 teaspoon salt
• ½ teaspoon black pepper
• ½ teaspoon mustard powder
• ¼ teaspoon garlic powder

Preheat the oven to 350°F.

In a large mixing bowl, combine all of the ingredients. Form into 3 equal-sized patties. Chill in the freezer for 15 minutes.

Transfer the patties to a baking sheet lined with parchment paper if desired and roast in the oven until the internal temperature reaches 145°F, about 15 minutes.

✪chef Tip For extra flavor, grill the patties over high heat for 4 minutes on each side, then remove from grill and finish in a 350°F oven for 4 to 5 minutes.

Temperature Guidelines for Beef Steaks and Ground Beef, Bison, Buffalo, and Lamb

• Rare: 120° to 125°F
• Medium rare: 130° to 135°F
• Medium: 135° to 140°F
• Medium well: 140° to 150°F
• Well done: 155°F+

To achieve the perfect temperature, remove the meat from the heat when it is 5°F less than the desired temperature, as it will continue to cook while it rests. For example, if you want your steak medium, remove it from the heat at 130° to 135°F.

Note: For safety reasons, the United States Department of Agriculture recommends cooking ground beef to a minimum temperature of 160°F and steaks and roasts to a minimum temperature of 145°F.