Jul 14 2026
RestaurantsDover Hollywood DinerCheeseburger Recipe

Cheeseburger Recipe

Time30m
Serves2

Juicy beef burger with cheese, lettuce, and tomato.

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Ingredients

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Burger Patty

Toppings

Burger Assembly

Method

Prepare the Burger Patty

  1. 1

    Mix Ingredients

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

  2. 2

    Form Patties

    Divide the mixture into two equal portions and shape each portion into a patty, about ¾ inch thick.

Cook the Burger Patty

  1. 3

    Preheat Grill or Skillet

    Preheat your grill or skillet over medium-high heat.

  2. 4

    Cook Patties

    Place the burger patties on the grill or skillet and cook for about 4-5 minutes on one side until browned. Flip the patties.

  3. 5

    Add Cheese

    After flipping, place a slice of cheddar cheese on each patty and cook for an additional 3-4 minutes until the cheese is melted and the patties are cooked to your desired doneness.

Assemble the Burger

  1. 6

    Prepare Buns

    Toast the hamburger buns on the grill or in a toaster if desired.

  2. 7

    Layer Ingredients

    On the bottom half of each bun, place a lettuce leaf, followed by the cooked burger patty with melted cheese, a slice of tomato, and any desired condiments such as ketchup and mustard. Top with the other half of the bun.

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