Jul 09 2026
RestaurantsHickory Garden RestaurantCheeseburger Recipe

Cheeseburger Recipe

Time30m
Serves2

Topped with American cheese, served with lettuce, tomato, pickles, and French fries.

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Ingredients

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Burger Patty

Toppings

Bun

French Fries

Method

Prepare Burger Patty

  1. 1

    Mix Ingredients

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

  2. 2

    Shape Patties

    Divide the mixture into two equal portions and shape them into patties, slightly larger than the burger buns.

Cook Burger

  1. 3

    Preheat Grill or Skillet

    Preheat a grill or skillet over medium-high heat.

  2. 4

    Cook Patties

    Place the patties on the grill or skillet and cook for about 4-5 minutes on each side. In the last minute of cooking, place a slice of American cheese on each patty and cover it to melt the cheese.

Prepare Toppings

  1. 5

    Slice Tomato

    While the patties are cooking, slice the tomato into rounds.

  2. 6

    Prepare Lettuce and Pickles

    Wash the lettuce leaves and pat them dry. Gather the pickle slices.

Toast Buns

  1. 7

    Toast Buns

    Cut the burger buns in half and toast them on the grill or in a toaster until lightly golden.

Cook French Fries

  1. 8

    Heat Oil

    In a deep pan, heat the cooking oil over medium-high heat until hot.

  2. 9

    Fry French Fries

    Add the frozen French fries to the hot oil and fry until golden brown and crispy, about 5-7 minutes. Remove and drain on paper towels.

  3. 10

    Season Fries

    Sprinkle the fried French fries with salt to taste.

Assemble Burger

  1. 11

    Build the Burger

    On the bottom half of each toasted bun, place a lettuce leaf, then the cheese-covered patty, followed by tomato slices and pickles. Top with the other half of the bun.

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