Garlic Butter Burger

Prepare Garlic Butter: In a small pan, melt 2 tablespoons of butter over medium heat. Add minced garlic and cook for 1-2 minutes until fragrant, being careful not to burn. (Time: 5 minutes)

Combine & Chill: Let the garlic butter cool slightly. In a bowl, mix it with the remaining softened butter and chopped parsley. (Time: 3 minutes)

Create Butter Discs: Divide the garlic butter in half. Set half aside for spreading on buns. Wrap the remaining butter in parchment paper and form it into a 1 1/4-inch diameter log. Freeze for at least 20 minutes until firm. (Time: 2 minutes)

Prepare Burger Patties: Divide ground beef into 4 (3-ounce) portions and 4 (1-ounce) portions. Form the larger portions into patties with a slight well in the center. (Time: 5 minutes)

Assemble Burgers: Unwrap the frozen butter log and slice into 8 thin discs. Place a frozen butter disc on top of each of the 4 larger patties. Use the smaller portions of beef to cover the butter, sealing the edges to enclose the butter completely. (Time: 7 minutes)

Season & Dimple: Season both sides of each patty with salt and pepper. Gently press your thumb into the center of each burger to create a small indentation. (Time: 2 minutes)

Grill Burgers: Preheat your grill to medium-high heat (about 400°F/200°C). Grill burgers for 3-4 minutes per side. (Time: 6-8 minutes)

Add Cheese & Finish: Top each burger with another garlic butter disc (if desired) and a slice of American cheese during the last minute of grilling, allowing the cheese to melt. Remove from grill and let rest briefly. (Time: 2 minutes)

Toast Buns: Spread the reserved garlic butter on the cut sides of the brioche buns. Grill the buns, butter-side down, until lightly toasted (about 30 seconds). (Time: 1 minute)

Assemble & Serve: Stack burgers onto toasted buns with lettuce, tomato, and any other desired toppings. Serve immediately and savor the explosion of flavor! (Time: 2 minutes)