Step 1

Mix together in a bowl with a spoon or by hand (hands are easier).

Step 2

Next, press the meat down in the bowl, even across the top. Use a knife to divide the hamburger mixture into 6 – 1/3 pound burger portions.

Step 3

Shape each portion by hand into patties. Set your patties on a clean plate and put a bit of a thumbprint in the middle of each because it’s cool. (Ok, the thumbprint actually helps the burger stay burger shaped and cook more evenly. Strange science for the win!)

Step 4

Pop these beautifyl hamburger patties on the grill on medium-high heat and cook 3-5 minutes per side depending on the thickness you shaped your patties. You want each side to be golden brown with nice grill marks before flipping.

Step 5

Do. Not. Press.

Step 6

Your burgers should be nicely browned on the outside and well-cooked on the inside (a hint of pink in the middle is cool; the final internal temperature should be 160 F**).

Step 7

Let the burgers rest for 5 minutes, tented with foil, before serving.