The “Ultimate” Cheeseburger

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Ingredients — preview

• 4 1/2 pounds beef sirloin cut into 2-inch pieces
• 2 1/4 pounds beef brisket cut into 2-inch pieces
• 2 1/4 pounds beef chuck cut into 2-inch pieces
• 18 leaves green leaf lettuce trimmed to approximately 5-inches around
• 36 slices American cheese
• 18 each brioche buns split

Preparation — preview

1. Place the meat in the freezer for 10 minutes and grind the meat with a 1/4-inch die.
2. Refrigerate the meat until ready to portion.
3. Portion the meat into 18, 8-ounce patties about 5-in diameter.
4. Place each patty on a 6-inch square piece of parchment and stacking them on a sheet pan.
5. Hold refrigerated until ready to cook.
6. Season the meat with salt and pepper.