Jul 13 2026
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The Standard Recipe

Inspired by Ophelia's
Time30m
Serves4

Make The Standard 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

Toppings

Seasoning

Method

Preparation

  1. 1

    Prepare the Beef

    In a large bowl, combine the ground beef with salt, black pepper, and garlic powder. Mix gently until well combined, but do not overwork the meat.

  2. 2

    Shape the Patties

    Divide the beef 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 it from puffing up while cooking.

Cooking

  1. 3

    Preheat the Grill or Pan

    Preheat your grill or skillet over medium-high heat for about 5 minutes.

  2. 4

    Cook the Patties

    Add the patties to the grill or skillet and cook for about 4-5 minutes on one side, then flip and cook for another 3-4 minutes on the other side until they reach your desired doneness. In the last minute of cooking, place a slice of cheddar cheese on each patty to melt.

Assembly

  1. 5

    Toast the Buns

    While the patties are cooking, you can toast the burger buns on the grill or in a toaster until golden brown.

  2. 6

    Assemble the Burger

    On the bottom half of each toasted bun, place a cooked patty with melted cheese. Top with lettuce, sliced tomato, pickles, ketchup, and mustard. Finally, place the top half of the bun on each burger.

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