Half-pound Cheeseburger Recipe

Mixing Ingredients

In a mixing bowl, combine the ground beef with salt, black pepper, and garlic powder. Mix gently with your hands until the seasonings are evenly distributed.

Forming the Patty

Divide the mixture into one equal portion (8 ounces) and shape it into a round patty that is about 3/4 inch thick. Make a slight indentation in the center of the patty to prevent it from puffing up while cooking.

Preheating the Grill

Preheat your grill or skillet over medium-high heat for about 5 minutes.

Cooking the Patty

Place the burger patty on the grill or skillet. Cook for about 4-5 minutes on one side, then flip and cook for another 3-4 minutes.

Adding Cheese

In the last minute of cooking, place a slice of cheddar cheese on top of the patty and close the grill lid or cover the skillet. Allow the cheese to melt.

Toasting the Bun

If desired, toast the burger bun on the grill or in a toaster for about 1-2 minutes until lightly golden.

Layering Ingredients

On the bottom half of the toasted bun, layer the lettuce, followed by the cooked cheeseburger patty, tomato slices, onion slices, pickles, ketchup, and mustard.

Completing the Burger

Top with the other half of the bun and press down lightly to secure. Your Half-Pound Cheeseburger is ready to serve!