National Cheeseburger Day Recipe

Inspired by 99 Restaurants

Time30m

Serves2

Celebrate National Cheeseburger Day

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Ingredients

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Burger Patty

1 pound Ground beef

1 tsp Celtic sea salt

1/2 tsp black pepper

1/2 tsp Watkins garlic powder

Toppings

4 slices Cheddar cheese slices

4 leaves Lettuce leaves

1 medium Tomato

1/2 cup Pickles

0 to taste Ketchup

0 to taste Mustard

Burger Assembly

2 buns Burger buns

Method

Prepare the Burger Patty

Mix the Ingredients

In a mixing bowl, combine the ground beef, salt, black pepper, and garlic powder. Mix gently until the spices are evenly distributed throughout the meat.

Form the Patties

Divide the meat mixture into two equal portions and shape them into burger patties that are about 3/4 inch thick.

Cook the Burger

Preheat the Grill or Pan

Preheat your grill or a skillet over medium-high heat for about 5 minutes.

Cook the Patties

Place the burger patties on the grill or skillet. Cook for about 4-5 minutes on each side for medium doneness. In the last minute of cooking, add a slice of cheddar cheese on each patty to melt.

Assemble the Cheeseburger

Prepare the Buns

While the patties are cooking, slice the burger buns in half and toast them lightly on the grill or in a toaster if desired.

Add Toppings

On the bottom half of each toasted bun, place a lettuce leaf, followed by the cooked burger patty with melted cheese, a slice of tomato, a few pickle slices, and condiments like ketchup and mustard to taste.

Finish Assembly

Place the top half of the bun over the toppings and press down gently to secure. Your cheeseburger is ready to enjoy!