Cheeseburger Recipe
Juicy beef burger topped with cheese, lettuce, and tomato.
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Ingredients
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Burger Ingredients
Method
Cooking Instructions
- 1
Prepare the Ingredients
Gather all the ingredients. Slice the tomato into thick rounds.
- 2
Season the Beef
In a bowl, combine the ground beef with salt and black pepper. Mix gently to combine without overworking the meat.
- 3
Form the Patties
Divide the seasoned beef into two equal portions and shape them into burger patties.
- 4
- 5
Add Cheese
During the last minute of cooking, place a slice of cheddar cheese on each patty and cover the skillet to melt the cheese.
- 6
Assemble the Burger
Toast the burger buns, then place the lettuce leaves on the bottom bun. Top with the cheesy patty, followed by the sliced tomato. Cap with the top bun.
- 7
Serve
Serve the cheeseburgers immediately with your favorite sides.