In a large bowl, combine the ground beef, salt, black pepper, and garlic powder. Mix gently until just combined, being careful not to overwork the meat.

Mix Ingredients

Divide the meat mixture into two equal portions and shape each portion into a patty about ¾ inch thick.

Form Patties

Preheat your grill or a skillet over medium-high heat.

Preheat Grill or Skillet

Place the patties on the hot grill or skillet and cook for 4-5 minutes on one side. Flip the patties.

Cook Patties

After flipping, place a slice of cheddar cheese on each patty. Cook for an additional 3-4 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and the patties are cooked to your desired doneness.

Add Cheese

While the patties are cooking, slice the burger buns in half and lightly toast them if desired.

Prepare Buns

On the bottom half of each bun, layer lettuce, a cooked patty with melted cheese, tomato slices, onion slices, and pickles.

Layer Ingredients

Spread ketchup, mustard, and mayonnaise on the top half of the buns, then place them on top of the assembled burgers.

Add Condiments

Serve the cheeseburgers hot with your choice of sides.

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