The “tombstone” Chili Cheeseburger Recipe

Time30m

Serves2

Shredded cheddar cheese, chili, red onion.

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Ingredients

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1
Mix the Beef
In a mixing bowl, combine the ground beef with salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder. Mix gently until all ingredients are just combined.
2
Form the Patties
Divide the seasoned beef into two equal portions and shape each portion into a patty, about ¾ inch thick.
3
Cook the Patties
Preheat a grill or skillet over medium-high heat. Cook the patties for about 4-5 minutes on each side, or until they reach your desired doneness. In the last minute of cooking, top each patty with shredded cheddar cheese and cover to melt.

4
Heat the Chili
While the patties are cooking, open the can of chili and pour it into a saucepan. Heat over medium heat until warmed through, about 5-7 minutes.

5
Toast the Buns
If desired, toast the burger buns on the grill or in a toaster until golden brown.
6
Build the Burger
Place each cheeseburger patty on the bottom half of a toasted bun. Spoon a generous amount of heated chili over each patty.
7
Add Toppings
Top each chili cheeseburger with diced red onion and place the top half of the bun over it.