Jul 09 2026
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Cheeseburger Recipe

Time30m
Serves4

A classic cheeseburger with lettuce, tomato, and cheese.

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Ingredients

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Burger Patties

Toppings

Buns

Condiments

Method

Preparing the Patties

  1. 1

    Mix Ingredients

    In a mixing bowl, combine 1 pound of ground beef with 1 teaspoon of salt and 0.5 teaspoon of black pepper. Mix gently to combine without overworking the meat.

  2. 2

    Shape Patties

    Divide the mixture into 4 equal portions and shape each portion into a patty about 3/4 inch thick.

Cooking the Patties

  1. 3

    Preheat Grill or Pan

    Preheat a grill or skillet over medium-high heat.

  2. 4

    Cook Patties

    Place the patties on the grill or skillet and cook for about 4-5 minutes on one side. Flip the patties and place a slice of cheddar cheese on each patty. Cook for an additional 4-5 minutes or until the cheese is melted and the patty reaches your desired doneness.

Preparing the Buns

  1. 5

    Toast Buns

    While the patties are cooking, spread 1 tablespoon of butter on the cut side of each burger bun. Toast them on the grill or skillet until golden brown.

Assembling the Cheeseburgers

  1. 6

    Add Toppings

    On the bottom half of each toasted bun, place a lettuce leaf, a slice of tomato (sliced from the medium tomato), and a few pickles. Then, place the cooked cheeseburger patty on top.

  2. 7

    Finish the Burger

    Add ketchup and mustard to taste on the top half of the bun and place it on top of the patty to complete the cheeseburger.

  3. 8

    Serve

    Serve the cheeseburgers immediately with your choice of sides.

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