Basic Burgers

A simple burger recipe that can be modified pretty much any way you want. Can substitute 1 lb of pork, lamb, veal, turkey or chicken for beef.

• Ready In: 30 mins
• Serves: 4

Ingredients

• 1  egg
• 2  tablespoons water
• 1⁄4 cup  dry breadcrumbs
• 1  small onion, finely grated
• 1  tablespoon Dijon mustard
• 1  garlic clove, minced
• 1⁄2 teaspoon  each  salt and pepper
• 1  lb lean ground beef

Directions

1. In bowl, beat egg with water;
2. Stir in bread crumbs, onion, mustard, garlic, salt and pepper.
3. Add beef; mix just until combined.
4. Shape into four 3/4-inch (2 cm) thick patties.
5. (Make-ahead: Wrap, separated by waxed paper, and refrigerate for up to 24 hours or freeze for up to 1 month; thaw in refrigerator.)
6. Place on greased grill over medium heat; close lid and grill, turning once, until no longer pink inside and digital thermometer inserted sideways into centre reads 160°F (71°C), about 15 minutes.