Celebrate National Cheese Burger Day Recipe
Dine in only, all day Sept. 18th
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Ingredients
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Burger Patties
Burger Assembly
Method
Preparing the Patties
- 1
Mix Ingredients
In a large bowl, combine the ground beef, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder. Mix until well combined.
- 2
Form Patties
Divide the mixture into four equal portions and shape them into patties, about ¾ inch thick.
- 3
- 4
Add Cheese
Flip the patties and place a slice of cheddar cheese on each patty. Cook for an additional 3-4 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and the patties are cooked to your desired doneness.
Assembling the Burgers
- 5
Toast Buns
While the patties are cooking, cut the burger buns in half and toast them lightly on the grill or in a toaster.
- 6
Layer Ingredients
On the bottom half of each toasted bun, place a lettuce leaf, followed by a cooked patty with melted cheese. Add tomato slices and pickles as desired.
- 7
- 8
Complete the Burger
Place the top half of the burger bun on the assembled burger and press down gently.
