Burgers

• 1 1/2 pounds ground beef sirloin
• Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
• 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
• 4 soft hamburger buns, split, and toasted
• 4 slices cheese, such as Cheddar, American, or Swiss, or crumbled blue cheese, optional
• Lettuce leaves, sliced tomato, mustard, ketchup and mayonnaise, for garnish

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2. Preheat oven to 450 degrees F.
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4. Break meat into small pieces, spread in an even layer on a large plate and season generously with 1 teaspoon salt and pepper.
5. Divide meat into 4 even portions gently shape into balls and lightly press to form1-inch thick patties.
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7. Preheat a large ovenproof skillet large over medium-low heat for about 2 minutes.
8. Increase heat to medium-high and add oil.
9. Place patties in skillet and cook until browned, about 2 minutes.
10. Flip patties over and transfer skillet to oven.
11. Cook to desired doneness: 7 to 8 minutes for medium-rare, 9 to 11 minutes for medium, or 13 to 15 minutes for well-done.
12. Lay a slice of cheese on top of burgers during last few minutes to melt, if desired.)
13. Transfer hamburgers to a plate and let rest for 3 to 4 minutes before serving.
14. Assemble hamburgers with condiments and toppings.
15. Serve.
16. Calories: 540
17. Total Fat: 30 grams
18. Saturated Fat: 11 grams
19. Total Carbohydrate: 24 grams
20. Protein: 45 grams
21. Sodium: 720 milligrams
22. Cholesterol: 125 milligrams
23. Fiber: 2 gram

ground beef sirloin, kosher salt, vegetable oil, buns, cheese, tomato

Taken from www.foodnetwork.com/recipes/food-network-kitchens/burgers-recipe.html (may not work)