American Recipe
Make American Recipe in just 30m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.
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Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
Condiments
Seasoning
Method
Preparation
- 1
- 2
Prepare Pickles
Slice the pickles into thin rounds.
Cooking
- 3
Cook Ground Beef
In a skillet over medium heat, add the ground beef. Season with salt and black pepper. Cook until browned and fully cooked, about 7-10 minutes. Use a spatula to break the meat into smaller pieces.
- 4
Toast the Buns
While the beef is cooking, slice the hamburger buns in half and toast them on a grill or in a toaster until golden brown.
- 5
Melt the Cheese
Once the beef is cooked, place a slice of cheddar cheese on top of each portion of meat in the skillet. Cover with a lid and let it melt for about 1-2 minutes.
Assembly
- 6
Assemble the Burgers
On the bottom half of each toasted bun, place a portion of the beef with melted cheese. Add lettuce, tomato, onion, and pickles. Spread ketchup, mustard, and mayonnaise on the top half of the bun.
- 7
Serve
Place the top half of the bun on the assembled ingredients and serve immediately with your favorite side dishes.