Classic Cheeseburger Recipe
Juicy beef patty topped with melted cheese, lettuce, tomato, and our special sauce.
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Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
Method
Cooking Instructions
- 1
Prepare the Beef Patties
In a bowl, season the ground beef with salt and black pepper. Form into two equal patties.
- 2
- 3
Add Cheese
In the last minute of cooking, place a slice of cheddar cheese on each patty and cover to melt.
- 4
Toast the Buns
While the cheese melts, lightly toast the burger buns on the grill or in a toaster.
- 5
Assemble the Burger
Spread mayonnaise, ketchup, and mustard on the bottom half of the toasted buns. Place the lettuce leaves, cooked patties with melted cheese, and sliced tomato on top. Cap with the top half of the bun.
- 6
Serve
Serve immediately with your choice of sides.