Classic Cheeseburger Recipe
Juicy burger topped with cheddar cheese, lettuce, and tomato.
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Ingredients
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Burger Patties
Toppings
Buns
Condiments
Method
Prepare Burger Patties
- 1
Mix the Ingredients
In a large bowl, combine the ground beef, salt, black pepper, and garlic powder. Mix until just combined, being careful not to overwork the meat.
- 2
Form the Patties
Divide the mixture into 4 equal portions and shape each portion into a patty, about 3/4 inch thick. Make a slight indentation in the center of each patty to prevent puffing during cooking.
Cook the Patties
- 3
- 4
Assemble the Burger
- 5
Prepare the Buns
While the patties are cooking, slice the hamburger buns in half and lightly toast them on the grill or in a toaster, if desired.
- 6
Add the Toppings
On the bottom half of each bun, layer a leaf of lettuce, a slice of tomato (sliced into rounds), and pickles. Place the cooked cheeseburger patty on top.
- 7