American Burger Recipe

Cooking Instructions

1. 1

   Prepare the Patties

   In a bowl, mix the ground beef with salt and pepper. Form into two equal-sized patties.

2. 2

   Cook the Patties

   Heat a skillet or grill over medium-high heat. Cook the patties for about 4-5 minutes on one side, then flip and place a slice of American cheese on each patty. Cook for an additional 3-4 minutes until the cheese is melted and the meat is cooked to your desired doneness.

3. 3

   Prepare the Vegetables

   While the patties are cooking, slice the onion and tomato. Rinse the lettuce and set aside.

4. 4

   Assemble the Burger

   On the bottom half of each bun, layer the lettuce, the cooked patty with melted cheese, onion slices, tomato slices, pickle slices, and a drizzle of mustard. Top with the other half of the bun.

5. 5

   Serve

   Serve the burgers immediately with your favorite side dishes.