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Ingredients
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Burger Patty
Cheese Topping
Burger Assembly
Method
Prepare the Burger Patty
- 1
Mix the Ingredients
In a mixing bowl, combine the ground beef, salt, black pepper, and garlic powder. Mix well using your hands until the spices are evenly distributed.
- 2
Form the Patties
Divide the mixture into two equal portions and shape them into patties that are slightly larger than your burger buns.
Cook the Burger Patty
- 3
- 4
Add Cheese
In the last minute of cooking, place a slice of cheddar cheese on each patty and cover to melt.
Assemble the Burger
- 5
Prepare the Buns
Toast the burger buns lightly on the grill or in a toaster until golden brown.
- 6
Build the Burger
Spread cream cheese on the bottom half of each bun. Place the lettuce leaf, followed by the cooked patty with melted cheddar, tomato slice, onion slice, ketchup, and mustard. Top with the other half of the bun.





