Jul 14 2026
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Classic Cheeseburger Recipe

Inspired by Beltline Bar
Time30m
Serves2

Juicy beef patty, cheddar cheese, lettuce, tomato, and pickles on a toasted bun.

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Ingredients

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Burger Patty

Toppings

Bun

Method

Prepare Burger Patty

  1. 1

    Mix the Patty Ingredients

    In a bowl, combine the ground beef, salt, black pepper, and garlic powder. Mix gently with your hands until just combined.

  2. 2

    Shape the Patties

    Divide the mixture into two equal portions and shape each into a patty about 3/4 inch thick. Make a small indentation in the center of each patty to prevent puffing while cooking.

Cook Patty

  1. 3

    Heat the Grill or Skillet

    Preheat your grill or skillet over medium-high heat.

  2. 4

    Cook the Patties

    Place the patties on the hot grill or skillet. Cook for 3-4 minutes on one side, then flip and cook for another 3-4 minutes for medium doneness.

  3. 5

    Add Cheese

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

Prepare Toppings

  1. 6

    Prepare Lettuce and Tomato

    Wash the lettuce leaves and pat dry. Slice the tomato into thick slices.

  2. 7

    Prepare Pickles

    Slice pickles if not pre-sliced.

Toast the Buns

  1. 8

    Butter the Buns

    Spread butter on the cut sides of each hamburger bun.

  2. 9

    Toast the Buns

    Place the buns, butter-side down, on the grill or in a skillet for 1-2 minutes, until golden brown.

Assemble the Burger

  1. 10

    Build the Burger

    On the bottom half of each toasted bun, place a lettuce leaf, followed by the cooked patty with melted cheese, tomato slices, and pickles. Top with the other half of the bun.

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