Hamburgers Au Poivre

Directions

Mix meat and salt.

Shape mixture into 4 patties, each about ¾ of an inch thick.

Press pepper into both sides of the patties. Cook the patties in a large skillet over medium-high heat, turning once, until the desired doneness is reached, about 8 minutes.

Drain off the fat.

Sprinkle the cognac over the patties, immediately ignite, if desired.

Remove patties to a warm platter.

Stir the wine into the drippings in the skillet.

Heat just to boiling, stirring constantly.

Serve sauce over the patties and your favourite topping ingredients.