Jul 14 2026
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Cheeseburger Recipe

Inspired by The Back Alley Bar & Restaurant
Time30m
Serves4

On round roll

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Ingredients

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Burger Ingredients

Bun and Toppings

Method

Burger Preparation

  1. 1

    Prepare the Beef Patties

    In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground beef, salt, and black pepper. Mix gently with your hands until the ingredients are just combined.

  2. 2

    Form Patties

    Divide the mixture into four equal portions and shape each portion into a patty that is slightly larger than the burger rolls.

  3. 3

    Cook the Patties

    Preheat a grill or skillet over medium-high heat. Cook the patties for about 4-5 minutes on one side, then flip and place a slice of cheddar cheese on each patty. Continue cooking for another 4-5 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and the burgers reach your desired doneness.

Assembling the Burger

  1. 4

    Prepare the Buns

    While the patties are cooking, slice the round burger rolls in half and toast them lightly on the grill or skillet, if desired.

  2. 5

    Add Toppings

    On the bottom half of each toasted bun, place a leaf of lettuce, a slice of tomato (sliced from the large tomato), and a few pickles.

  3. 6

    Finish the Burger

    Once the patties are cooked, place one patty on top of the toppings on each bun. Add ketchup and mustard to taste, then top with the other half of the bun.

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