Don't Panic: Shaping the meat patties and broiling to the perfect tempurture might even be exciting to you
1. its time to touch raw meat. First, divide into 4 even peices. Shape into 4 balls, then gentally press each into a 3/4-inch-thick patty-be sure not to overhandle/squeez/smash it because it will toughen, Slightly flatten each patty a little more in the middle (they to plump in the middle as they cook). if the edges crack, press them back together
2. Messure 1/4 tsp. of salt, then pinch and sprinkle over the tops. Then season the tops with 1/8 tsp. of pepper (about 6 turns on a pepper mill). Turn the patties over and season the same way with the remaing 1/4 tsp. salt and 1/8 tsp. pepper. Refridgerate on a plate until your ready to cook.
3. Get your toppings ready.
4. Heat the broiler (with the oven rack about 4 inches from the top). Place your patties ona broiler pan or rimmed sheet pan and slide and slide under the broile. Keep a close eye on them and cook until browned on the first side, 3 to 5 minutes. Then flip (resist the urge to smash down on the patties with your spatula) and cook another 3 to 4 minutes for medium. Transfer to a plate to rest
5. To heat the buns, split them open and place cut side up on a rimmed sheet pan and heat under the broiler. Build your burger