What are the best tips for cooking ground beef?

Don't overwork the meat. Season generously. Higher fat = juicier burgers. Break into pieces for tacos, leave intact for smash burgers.

What internal temperature should ground beef reach?

Ground Beef should reach 160°F / 71°C for safe consumption.

Sauté (crumbled) at 6–8 min. Break into pieces as it cooks. Drain fat if needed.

Grill (burgers) at 4–5 min/side. Don't press down — keeps juices in.

Broil (burgers) at 4–5 min/side. Good for indoor burgers.

Slow Cooker at 6–8 hrs low / 3–4 hrs high. Brown first for best flavor. Great for chili and ragù.

protein

80/20 blend, about 1 lb

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Safe Internal Temp

160°F / 71°C

Medium-High6–8 min

✎ Break into pieces as it cooks. Drain fat if needed.