Applebee's Neighborhood Grill & Bar Recipe

Cooking Instructions

1. 1

   Prepare the Beef

   In a large bowl, season the ground beef with salt and black pepper. Mix well and form into 4 equal patties.

2. 2

   Cook the Patties

   Heat a grill or skillet over medium-high heat. Cook the patties for about 4-5 minutes on each side, or until they reach your desired level of doneness.

3. 3

   Add Cheese

   In the last minute of cooking, place a slice of cheddar cheese on each patty and cover to melt the cheese.

4. 4

   Prepare the Buns

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

5. 5

   Assemble Burgers

   On the bottom half of each bun, place a cooked patty, followed by lettuce, tomato slices, pickles, ketchup, and mustard. Top with the other half of the bun.

6. 6

   Serve

   Serve immediately and enjoy your homemade American-style burgers!