Ingredients:

  • 1 lb (450 g) ground beef (80/20 blend for juiciness)
  • 1 small onion, finely chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tsp (5 g) Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 tsp (5 g) Dijon mustard
  • ½ tsp (2 g) smoked paprika
  • ½ tsp (2 g) salt
  • ¼ tsp (1 g) black pepper
  • 4 slices of cheese (optional)
  • 4 burger buns (whole wheat or white)
  • Lettuce leaves
  • Tomato slices
  • Pickles
  • Ketchup, mustard, or your favorite sauces

Instructions:

  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine ground beef, onion, garlic, Worcestershire sauce, Dijon mustard, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper. Mix gently until just combined; avoid over mixing.
  3. Divide the mixture into 4 equal portions and shape into patties about ¾ inch thick. Make a slight indentation in the center of each patty to prevent bulging during cooking.
  4. Place patties on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Chill in the fridge for about 30 minutes.
  5. Bake in the preheated oven for 15 minutes. If using cheese, add a slice on each patty last 2 minutes of baking for melty goodness.
  6. Ensure the internal temperature reaches 160°F (71°C) for medium doneness.
  7. Toast buns if desired. Layer lettuce, cooked patties, tomatoes, pickles, and condiments on each bun.
  8. Enjoy your homemade oven-baked burgers hot!