Classic Cheeseburger Recipe
Topped with American or cheddar cheese, lettuce, tomatoes, onion, and pickle.
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Ingredients
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Burger Patties
Toppings
Burger Assembly
Method
Preparing the Patties
- 1
Mixing the Beef
In a large bowl, combine the ground beef, salt, and black pepper. Mix gently with your hands until just combined.
- 2
Forming the Patties
Divide the mixture into 4 equal portions and shape each portion into a patty 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
- 5
Adding Cheese
After flipping, place a slice of cheese on each patty and cook for an additional 3-4 minutes, until the cheese is melted and the patty is cooked to your desired doneness.
Assembling the Burgers
- 6
Toasting the Buns
Optionally, toast the burger buns on the grill or in a toaster until golden brown.
- 7