Cheeseburger Recipe
A can't-miss favorite made just the way you like it: ½ pound 100% American Angus Beef, American, Vermont Cheddar or Swiss cheese. Served with lettuce, tomato, onion, pickle and a side of fries.
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Ingredients
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Burger Ingredients
Toppings
Sides
Method
Burger Preparation
- 1
Form the Patties
In a bowl, take ½ pound of ground American Angus beef and divide it into two equal portions. Gently shape each portion into a round patty about ¾ inch thick. Avoid overworking the meat.
- 2
- 3
Add Cheese
In the last minute of cooking, place a slice of either American, Vermont Cheddar, or Swiss cheese on each patty. Cover to allow the cheese to melt.
- 4
Toast the Buns
While the patties are cooking, slice the burger buns in half and toast them on the grill or in a toaster until golden brown.
Assemble the Burger
- 5
Layer the Ingredients
On the bottom half of each toasted bun, place a leaf of lettuce, followed by a slice of tomato, a slice of onion, and 3 slices of pickles.
- 6
Add the Patty
Carefully place the cheese-covered patty on top of the layered vegetables.
- 7
Complete the Burger
Top with the other half of the toasted bun. Press down gently to hold everything in place.
Prepare the Fries
- 8
Cook the Fries
Prepare your fries according to package instructions, either by baking or frying until golden and crispy.
- 9
Serve
Once cooked, serve the fries on the side of the assembled cheeseburger.
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