Cheeseburger Recipe
Classic burger with cheese, lettuce, and tomato.
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Ingredients
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Burger Components
Method
Cooking Instructions
- 1
Prepare the Patties
In a mixing bowl, combine the ground beef with salt and black pepper. Mix until well combined, then form into two equal patties.
- 2
- 3
Add the Cheese
Flip the patties, and place a slice of cheddar cheese on each patty. Cook for an additional 3-4 minutes, until the cheese is melted and the patties are cooked to your desired doneness.
- 4
Toast the Buns
While the patties are cooking, you can toast the hamburger buns in a separate pan, cut side down, until golden brown.
- 5
Assemble the Burger
On the bottom half of each bun, place a lettuce leaf and a slice of tomato. Add the cooked patty with melted cheese, then top with the other half of the bun.
- 6
Serve
Serve immediately with your choice of sides.