Cheese Burger Recipe
Our Certified Angus Beef® burger topped w/ your choice of Cheddar or Monterey Jack
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Ingredients
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Burger Patty
Cheese and Toppings
Method
Preparing the Burger Patty
- 1
Mix the Ingredients
In a large bowl, combine the Certified Angus Beef® ground beef with salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder. Mix gently until just combined, being careful not to overwork the meat.
- 2
Form the Patties
Divide the meat mixture into four equal portions and shape each portion into a patty, making a slight indentation in the center to help them cook evenly.
Cooking the Burger
- 3
- 4
- 5
Add Cheese
In the last minute of cooking, place a slice of cheddar or Monterey Jack cheese on each patty. Cover to melt the cheese.
Assembling the Burger
- 6
Prepare the Buns
While the cheese is melting, toast the burger buns on the grill or in a toaster until golden brown.
- 7
Assemble the Burger
On the bottom half of each bun, layer the lettuce leaves, followed by the cooked burger patty with melted cheese, tomato slices, pickles, and condiments (ketchup and mustard) to taste. Top with the other half of the bun.
