Classic Cheeseburger Recipe
Juicy beef patty with lettuce, tomato, onion, and American cheese.
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Ingredients
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Beef Patty
Toppings
Buns
Method
Beef Patty Preparation
- 1
Mix the Ground Beef
In a mixing bowl, combine the ground beef, salt, black pepper, and garlic powder. Mix gently until just combined, being careful not to overwork the meat.
- 2
Form the Patties
Divide the mixture into two equal portions and shape them into burger patties, about 3/4 inch thick. Make a slight indentation in the center of each patty to prevent them from puffing up while cooking.
Cooking the Patties
- 3
- 4
Assembling the Burger
- 5
Prepare the Buns
While the patties are cooking, slice the hamburger buns in half. If desired, toast the buns lightly on the grill or in a toaster.
- 6
Build the Burger
Start by placing the lettuce leaf on the bottom half of the bun, followed by the cooked beef patty with melted cheese. Add tomato slices and onion slices on top. Finally, place the top half of the bun over the toppings.
