Jul 14 2026
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Cheeseburger Recipe

Inspired by Blue Dog Tavern
Time30m
Serves1

1/2 lb burger with cheese, lettuce, tomato, and onion

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Ingredients

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Burger Ingredients

Toppings

Burger Assembly

Method

Preparing the Burger

  1. 1

    Forming the Patty

    In a mixing bowl, combine the ground beef, salt, and black pepper. Mix gently until just combined. Form the mixture into a patty approximately 3/4 inch thick.

  2. 2

    Cooking the Patty

    Heat a grill or skillet over medium-high heat. Once hot, place the burger patty on the grill. Cook for about 4-5 minutes on one side.

  3. 3

    Adding Cheese

    Flip the burger patty and place a slice of cheddar cheese on top. Cook for another 3-4 minutes or until the cheese is melted and the burger reaches your desired doneness.

Preparing the Toppings

  1. 4

    Lettuce Preparation

    Wash a fresh lettuce leaf and pat dry. Set aside for assembly.

  2. 5

    Tomato and Onion Preparation

    Slice the tomato and onion into even slices. Set aside for assembly.

Assembling the Burger

  1. 6

    Bun Preparation

    While the burger is cooking, slice the burger bun in half. Optionally, toast the inside of the bun on the grill or skillet until golden brown.

  2. 7

    Building the Burger

    On the bottom half of the bun, place the lettuce leaf, followed by the cooked burger patty with melted cheese. Top with tomato and onion slices. Add ketchup and mustard to taste, then place the top half of the bun over the assembled ingredients.

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