Cheeseburger Recipe

Inspired by A & K Diner

Time30m

Serves2

A beef patty topped with cheese, lettuce, tomato, and onion.

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Ingredients

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1
Mix the Ingredients
In a mixing bowl, combine the ground beef, salt, black pepper, and garlic powder. Mix gently until just combined; avoid overworking the meat.
2
Shape the Patties
Divide the meat mixture into two equal portions and shape each portion into a patty about 3/4 inch thick.

3
Preheat the Grill or Skillet
Preheat your grill or skillet over medium-high heat for about 5 minutes.
4
Cook the Patties
Place the patties on the grill or skillet. Cook for about 4-5 minutes on one side until a crust forms, then flip and cook for an additional 3 minutes.
5
Add Cheese
In the last minute of cooking, place a slice of cheddar cheese on each patty. Cover with a lid to melt the cheese.

6
Prepare the Bun
Slice the burger buns in half and lightly toast them on the grill or in a toaster until golden brown.
7
Layer the Ingredients
On the bottom half of each bun, place the lettuce leaf. Add the cooked patty with melted cheese, followed by tomato slices and onion slices.
8
Complete the Burger
Top with the other half of the bun. Press gently to hold the burger together.