Grab a bowl and melt 6 tablespoons butter.  Add beef, salt & pepper & mix well.

Form into 6 patties.  Try to keep them flat and uniform in shape.  I usually cave in the center just a bit.  This prevents them from puffing in the center when they cook.  Sprinkle the patties with more salt & pepper.  Let’s prepare to cook these bad boys. & sprinkle the patties with more salt & pepper.

To Cook:

Grill:  Cook on medium-high heat 2 minutes on first side (salt and peppered side down).   Turn the heat down to medium high.

Salt and pepper the other side of the burgers.  Flip (after 2 minutes).  Cook on second side until internal desired doneness.

Stovetop:

Place a cast iron skillet on stovetop.  Add 2 tbsp bacon grease & heat on high.  When the fat begins to smoke add the burgers to the pan.  Turn the heat down to medium high.  Let them brown on first side & flip them over.  Brown the other side…..

Turn the heat down to medium & cook the burgers until the internal temperature is about 145 degrees.  Use a quick read thermometer to ensure burgers are cooked properly.

Take them out of the hot skillet and set aside to rest.  This will redistribute the juices.

Get the buns buttered & toasted while the burgers rest.

Serve the juicy burgers on the toasted buns with all the toppings you can think of & enjoy!