Jul 14 2026
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Max's Cheeseburger Recipe

Inspired by Max Downtown
Time30m
Serves2

sharp american cheese, crispy onion, arugula, tomato, bbq aioli

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Ingredients

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Burger Ingredients

Method

Cooking Instructions

  1. 1

    Prepare the Patties

    In a bowl, season the ground beef with salt and pepper. Form into two equal patties.

  2. 2

    Cook the Patties

    Preheat a grill or skillet over medium-high heat. Cook the beef patties for about 4-5 minutes on one side, then flip and place a slice of sharp American cheese on each patty. Cook for another 4-5 minutes until the cheese is melted and the patties are cooked to your desired doneness.

  3. 3

    Toast the Buns

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

  4. 4

    Assemble the Burger

    On the bottom half of each bun, layer arugula, the cooked beef patty with melted cheese, crispy onions, and tomato slices. Drizzle with BBQ aioli (see note) and top with the other half of the bun.

  5. 5

    Serve

    Serve immediately with your favorite sides.

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