Jul 14 2026

Cheeseburger Recipe

Time20m
Serves2

A tasty plain cheeseburger served with your choice of one side and a drink.

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Ingredients

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Cheeseburger Ingredients

Method

Cooking Instructions

  1. 1

    Prepare the Patties

    In a mixing bowl, combine the ground beef with salt and black pepper. Form the mixture into two equal-sized patties.

  2. 2

    Cook the Patties

    Preheat a grill or skillet over medium-high heat. Cook the patties for about 4-5 minutes on each side or until they reach your desired level of doneness.

  3. 3

    Add Cheese

    During the last minute of cooking, place a slice of cheddar cheese on each patty and cover to melt the cheese.

  4. 4

    Toast the Buns

    Lightly toast the burger buns on the grill or in a toaster until golden brown.

  5. 5

    Assemble the Burger

    Place the cooked patties on the bottom half of the toasted buns. Add any optional toppings and condiments as desired, then top with the other half of the bun.

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