Jul 14 2026
RestaurantsKeifer'sCheeseburger Recipe

Cheeseburger Recipe

Inspired by Keifer's
Time30m
Serves2

With lettuce, tomato, and your choice of cheese

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Ingredients

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Cheeseburger Ingredients

Method

Cheeseburger Directions

  1. 1

    Prepare the Beef Patty

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

  2. 2

    Form the Patties

    Divide the beef mixture into two equal portions and shape each portion into a patty, making a slight indentation in the center with your thumb.

  3. 3

    Cook the Patties

    Preheat a grill or skillet over medium-high heat. Cook the patties for about 4-5 minutes on one side, then flip and cook for an additional 3-4 minutes for medium doneness. Add cheese slices on top of each patty during the last minute of cooking to melt.

  4. 4

    Prepare the Buns

    While the patties are cooking, slice the burger buns in half and lightly toast them on the grill or in the toaster.

  5. 5

    Prepare the Vegetables

    Wash and dry the lettuce. Slice the tomato into thick rounds.

  6. 6

    Assemble the Cheeseburger

    On the bottom half of each toasted bun, place a cooked patty with melted cheese. Top with lettuce, tomato slices, ketchup, mustard, and pickles as desired. Finish with the top half of the bun.

  7. 7

    Serve

    Serve the cheeseburgers immediately while hot with your favorite sides.

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