Ingredients:

  • 1 pound (450g) ground beef (80/20 blend for juiciness)
  • 1 teaspoon (5g) garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon (5g) onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon (5g) Worcestershire sauce
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • 4 slices (120g) sharp cheddar cheese
  • 4 slices (120g) pepper jack cheese
  • 4 brioche burger buns
  • 2 tablespoons (30g) unsalted butter, softened
  • 4 tablespoons (60g) mayonnaise
  • 1 cup (150g) lettuce, shredded
  • 1 medium tomato, sliced
  • Pickles, for garnish (optional)

Instructions:

  1. In a medium mixing bowl, combine ground beef, garlic powder, onion powder, Worcestershire sauce, salt, and pepper.
  2. Mix gently until just combined, then divide into 4 equal portions and shape into patties.
  3. Place patties on a plate and refrigerate for 30 minutes to firm up.
  4. Preheat your grill to medium-high heat.
  5. Place patties on the grill. Cook for about 4-5 minutes on one side.
  6. Flip patties, add cheese on top, and grill for an additional 3-4 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and the internal temperature reaches 160°F (71°C).
  7. While patties are grilling, spread softened butter on each brioche bun.
  8. Toast buns on the grill for 1-2 minutes until golden.
  9. Spread mayonnaise on the bottom half of each bun.
  10. Add a grilled beef patty with melted cheese, followed by lettuce, tomato slices, and pickles if desired.
  11. Top with the other half of the bun.