Jul 14 2026
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The Cheeseburger Recipe

Time40m
Serves2

Double meat & cheese, caramelized onion, lettuce, tomato, pickle, and spread.

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Ingredients

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Cheeseburger Ingredients

Method

Cheeseburger Directions

  1. 1

    Prepare the Onions

    Slice the medium onion into thin rings.

  2. 2

    Caramelize the Onions

    In a skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the sliced onions and a pinch of salt. Cook for about 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the onions are golden brown and caramelized. Remove from heat and set aside.

  3. 3

    Prepare the Patties

    Divide the ground beef into two equal portions and shape each into a patty. Make a slight indentation in the center of each patty to prevent puffing up during cooking. Season both sides with salt and black pepper.

  4. 4

    Cook the Patties

    In the same skillet used for the onions, cook the patties over medium-high heat for about 4-5 minutes on one side. Flip the patties and place 2 slices of cheddar cheese on top of each patty. Cook for an additional 4-5 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and the patties are cooked to your desired doneness.

  5. 5

    Toast the Buns

    While the patties are cooking, you can toast the burger buns. Place the buns cut side down in the skillet for about 1-2 minutes or until they are golden brown.

  6. 6

    Assemble the Burgers

    Spread mayonnaise, ketchup, and mustard on the bottom half of each toasted bun. Place a lettuce leaf on each bun, followed by a patty with melted cheese, caramelized onions, a slice of tomato, and pickles. Top with the other half of the bun.

  7. 7

    Serve

    Serve the cheeseburgers hot with your favorite side dishes such as fries or a salad.

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