Jul 14 2026
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Cheeseburger Recipe

Time30m
Serves4

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Ingredients

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Burger Patties

Toppings

Bun

Condiments

Method

Preparing the Patties

  1. 1

    Mix Ingredients

    In a large bowl, combine the ground beef, salt, black pepper, and garlic powder. Use your hands to mix everything together until just combined. Avoid overworking the meat.

  2. 2

    Form Patties

    Divide the meat mixture into four equal portions and form each portion into a patty, making a slight indentation in the center to prevent puffing while cooking.

Cooking the Patties

  1. 3

    Preheat Grill or Pan

    Preheat your grill or non-stick skillet over medium-high heat for about 5-10 minutes.

  2. 4

    Cook Patties

    Place the patties on the grill or skillet. Cook for about 4-5 minutes on one side, then flip and cook for an additional 3-4 minutes, or until they reach your desired doneness.

  3. 5

    Add Cheese

    In the last minute of cooking, place a slice of cheddar cheese on each patty and cover to melt the cheese.

Preparing the Buns

  1. 6

    Butter Buns

    Spread butter on the cut sides of each hamburger bun.

  2. 7

    Toast Buns

    Toast the buns on the grill or in a skillet until golden brown, about 1-2 minutes.

Assembling the Burger

  1. 8

    Layer Ingredients

    On the bottom half of each bun, layer the cooked patty with melted cheese, then add lettuce, tomato, onions, and pickles.

  2. 9

    Add Condiments

    Drizzle ketchup, mustard, and mayonnaise on top to taste.

  3. 10

    Complete the Burger

    Place the top half of the bun over the assembled ingredients. Serve immediately.

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