Garlic Double Steakburger

Ingredients:  

For the Burgers:  

•⁠  ⁠1 ½ lbs ground beef (80/20 blend)  

•⁠  ⁠1 teaspoon salt  

•⁠  ⁠1 teaspoon black pepper  

•⁠  ⁠1 teaspoon garlic powder  

•⁠  ⁠1 teaspoon onion powder  

•⁠  ⁠1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce  

•⁠  ⁠4 slices cheddar cheese or American cheese  

•⁠  ⁠4 brioche burger buns, toasted  

For the Garlic Butter:  

•⁠  ⁠4 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened  

•⁠  ⁠3 garlic cloves, minced  

•⁠  ⁠1 teaspoon parsley, finely chopped  

•⁠  ⁠1/2 teaspoon salt  

For Toppings:  

•⁠  ⁠Sliced pickles  

•⁠  ⁠Lettuce leaves  

•⁠  ⁠Sliced tomatoes  

Instructions: 

1.⁠ ⁠Make the Garlic Butter: 

 

   - In a small bowl, mix softened butter with minced garlic, chopped parsley, and salt.  

   - Set aside for spreading on buns.  

2.⁠ ⁠Prepare the Burger Patties:  

   - Divide the ground beef into 8 equal portions and form thin patties.  

   - Season both sides with salt, black pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, and Worcestershire sauce.  

3.⁠ ⁠Cook the Patties: 

   - Heat a skillet or griddle over medium-high heat.  

   - Cook the patties for 2-3 minutes per side, pressing gently for a steakhouse sear.  

   - Place a slice of cheese on half of the patties during the last minute of cooking to melt.  

4.⁠ ⁠Stack the Burgers:

   - Stack a cheese-topped patty over a plain patty to create double burgers.  

5.⁠ ⁠Toast the Buns: 

   - Spread the garlic butter on the brioche buns and toast them in the skillet until golden and crispy.  

6.⁠ ⁠Assemble the Burgers:

   - Place lettuce on the bottom bun.  

   - Add the double steakburger stack.  

   - Top with sliced tomatoes and pickles.  

   - Finish with the toasted top bun.  

7.⁠ ⁠Serve: 

   - Serve immediately with fries, onion rings, or coleslaw.