Classic Cheese Burger Recipe
Lettuce, pickle, onion, tomato, and choice of American, cheddar, provolone, Swiss, or pepper jack
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Ingredients
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Burger Ingredients
Method
Cooking Instructions
- 1
Prepare the Beef Patties
In a bowl, combine the ground beef, salt, and black pepper. Divide the mixture into two equal portions and shape them into patties.
- 2
- 3
Add Cheese
Place a slice of American cheese on each patty after flipping, and cook for an additional 3-4 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and the patties are cooked to desired doneness.
- 4
Toast the Buns
While the patties are cooking, toast the burger buns on the grill or in a toaster until golden brown.
- 5
Assemble the Burger
On the bottom half of each bun, place a lettuce leaf, followed by the cooked beef patty with melted cheese, pickles, onion slices, and tomato slice. Top with the other half of the bun.