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1.its time to toch raw meat. first,divide into 4 even pieces. shapw int 4 balls,thwn gently press each into a 3/4-inch-thick patty-be sure not to overhandle/squeexe/smash it because it will toughen. Slightly flatten each patty a little more in the middle(they temd to plump in the middle as they cook).Of the edges crack,press them back together
2.measure 1/4tsp. of the salt, then pinch and sprinkle over the tops.Then season the tops with 1/8tsp. of the pepper (aoubt 6 truns on a pepper mill).Turn the patties over and seaspm rje sa,e wau with remaininf 1/4 tsp.pepper.Refigerate pn aplate until tou're ready to cook.
3.get your topping ready.
4. heat the broiler(with the ven crak about 4 inches from the top).Place your patties on a broiler pan or rimmed sheet pan and slide uder the broiler.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,spilt them open and p;ace cut side up on a rimmed sheet pan and heat under the broiler. Buil your burger.