National Cheese Burger Day Special recipe served on a plate, by 99 Restaurants
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National Cheese Burger Day Special Recipe

Dine in only, all day Sept. 18th

Inspired by 99 Restaurants
Time30m
Serves4
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Last updated Jul 13, 2026

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Ingredients

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Burger Assembly

Method

Prepare the Patties

  1. 1

    Mix the Ingredients

    In a mixing bowl, combine the ground beef, salt, and black pepper. Mix gently using your hands until well incorporated.

  2. 2

    Form the Patties

    Divide the mixture into four equal parts and shape each part into a patty, about 3/4 inch thick. Make a slight indentation in the center of each patty to prevent puffing during cooking.

Cook the Patties

  1. 3

    Preheat the Grill or Skillet

    Heat your grill or skillet over medium-high heat for about 5 minutes until hot.

  2. 4

    Cook the Patties

    Place the patties on the grill or skillet. Cook for about 3-4 minutes on one side, then flip them over.

  3. 5

    Add Cheese

    After flipping, place a slice of cheddar cheese on each patty and cook for another 3-4 minutes or until the cheese is melted and the patties reach your desired doneness.

Assemble the Burgers

  1. 6

    Prepare the Buns

    While the patties are cooking, toast the burger buns on the grill or in a toaster until lightly golden.

  2. 7

    Layer the Ingredients

    On the bottom half of each bun, place a lettuce leaf, followed by the cooked patty with melted cheese, a slice of tomato, and pickles. Add ketchup and mustard to taste before placing the top half of the bun.

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