Classic Cheeseburger Recipe
Juicy beef patty topped with American cheese, lettuce, tomato, and pickles.
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Ingredients
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Burger Patties
Toppings
Buns
Method
Preparing the Patties
- 1
Mix the Ingredients
In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground beef, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder. Mix gently until just combined. Be careful not to over-mix, as this can lead to tough burgers.
- 2
Form the Patties
Divide the beef mixture into two equal portions and shape them into patties about ¾ inch thick. Make a slight indentation in the center of each patty to prevent them from puffing up while cooking.
Cooking the Patties
- 3
- 4
Cook the Patties
Place the patties on the grill or skillet. Cook for about 3-4 minutes on one side, then flip the patties. Top each patty with a slice of American cheese and cook for an additional 3-4 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and the patties are cooked to your desired level of doneness.
Assembling the Burger
- 5
Prepare the Buns and Toppings
While the patties are cooking, slice the tomato and wash the lettuce leaves. Toast the hamburger buns on the grill or in a skillet until golden brown if desired.
- 6
Build the Burger
On the bottom half of each toasted bun, layer the lettuce and tomato slices. Place the cooked patty with melted cheese on top, followed by the pickle slices. Finally, add the top half of the bun to complete the burger.