Jul 13 2026
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Cheeseburger Recipe

Inspired by Smitty's Pancake & Steak House
Time30m
Serves2

Juicy beef patty topped with cheddar cheese, lettuce, and tomato.

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Ingredients

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Burger Patty

Toppings

Bun

Method

Preparing the Burger Patty

  1. 1

    Mix the Ingredients

    In a mixing bowl, combine the ground beef, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder. Mix until well incorporated.

  2. 2

    Shape the Patties

    Divide the mixture into two equal portions and shape them into patties, about ¾ inch thick.

Cooking the Burger Patty

  1. 3

    Preheat the Grill or Pan

    Preheat your grill or a skillet over medium-high heat.

  2. 4

    Cook the Patties

    Place the patties on the grill or skillet and cook for about 4-5 minutes on each side for medium doneness.

  3. 5

    Add Cheese

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

Assembling the Cheeseburger

  1. 6

    Prepare the Buns

    While the patties are cooking, lightly butter the insides of the burger buns and toast them on the grill or in a separate pan until golden brown.

  2. 7

    Build the Burger

    On the bottom half of each toasted bun, place a lettuce leaf, then the cheeseburger patty, followed by a slice of tomato and pickles. Top with the other half of the bun.

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