Cheeseburger Recipe
Juicy beef patty topped with cheese, lettuce, tomato, and pickles on a toasted bun.
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Ingredients
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Patty
Toppings
Bun
Method
Prepare the Patty
- 1
Mix Ingredients
In a large bowl, combine the ground beef, salt, black pepper, and garlic powder. Mix gently until just combined to avoid overworking the meat.
- 2
Form Patties
Divide the mixture into two equal portions and shape each portion into a round patty about 3/4 inch thick.
- 3
- 4
Add Cheese
During the last minute of cooking, place a slice of cheddar cheese on each patty and cover to melt.
Prepare Toppings and Bun
- 5
- 6
Slice Tomato
While the patties are cooking, slice the tomato into rounds.
Assemble the Cheeseburger
- 7
Layer Ingredients
On the bottom half of each toasted bun, place a lettuce leaf, followed by the cheesy beef patty, tomato slices, and pickles.
- 8
Complete the Burger
Top with the other half of the bun. Serve immediately.