Jul 14 2026

Hamburger Recipe

Time30m
Serves4

A classic hamburger featuring a juicy beef patty, fresh lettuce, ripe tomato, crunchy pickles, and a dollop of ketchup, all nestled between a soft sesame seed bun.

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Ingredients

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Burger Ingredients

Method

Cooking Instructions

  1. 1

    Prepare the Patties

    In a large bowl, combine ground beef, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder. Mix gently but thoroughly, then divide the mixture into 4 equal portions and shape them into patties.

  2. 2

    Cook the Patties

    Preheat a grill or skillet over medium-high heat. Cook the patties for about 4-5 minutes on each side for medium doneness, adding a slice of cheddar cheese on top during the last minute of cooking to melt.

  3. 3

    Toast the Buns

    While the patties are cooking, lightly toast the burger buns on the grill or in a toaster until golden brown.

  4. 4

    Assemble the Burgers

    On the bottom half of each bun, layer lettuce, a cooked patty with melted cheese, a slice of tomato, pickles, ketchup, and mustard. Top with the other half of the bun.

  5. 5

    Serve

    Serve the hamburgers immediately with your favorite side dishes.

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