1/5 Pound Cheeseburger Recipe
Make 1/5 Pound Cheeseburger 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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Burger Patty
Toppings
Bun
Method
Preparing the Patty
- 1
Mix the Ingredients
In a large bowl, combine the ground beef, salt, black pepper, and garlic powder. Mix gently until just combined, being careful not to overwork the meat.
- 2
Form the Patty
Shape the mixture into a round patty approximately 1/2 inch thick. Make a slight indentation in the center of the patty to help it cook evenly.
Cooking the Patty
- 3
- 4
- 5
Add Cheese
In the last minute of cooking, place a slice of cheddar cheese on top of the patty and cover it with a lid to melt the cheese.
Assembling the Burger
- 6
Prepare the Bun
While the patty is cooking, slice the hamburger bun in half and toast it lightly on the grill or in a toaster if desired.
- 7
Add the Patty
Once the cheese has melted, place the cheeseburger patty on the bottom half of the toasted bun.
- 8
- 9
Complete the Burger
Place the top half of the bun over the toppings to complete the burger.
