The trick to shaping juicy, tender burgers with an ideal burger-to-bun ratio!

Patting ground beef into a disk shape and throwing it on the grill seems so simple, right?

The goal is to have a tender, juicy burger that stays together and fits within the bun.

Formed raw burger patties with parchment paper in between

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Here’s what to know to get the perfect patty every time!

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Handle That Meat Mixture with Care!

Ground beef consists of both lean meat and fat.

Mound of raw ground beef in the middle of a baking sheet lined with parchment paper

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The goal is for the two parts to stick together once pressed.

If the patties are overworked, the resulting hamburger will be dry and crumbly.

Dont spend more than 30 to 45 seconds mixing.

How to shape burger patties using hands and pressing.

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How Big?

Most standard grocery store buns are around three inches, so a four-inch patty is a good starting point.

How To Shape Burger Patties

Start with a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.

Dimpled raw ground beef patty on baking sheet

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