Double Cheeseburger Recipe
Two patties, American cheese, lettuce, tomato & pickles
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Ingredients
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Burger Patties
Cheese and Toppings
Buns
Method
Prepare the Patties
- 1
Form the Patties
In a bowl, combine the ground beef with salt and black pepper. Mix until just combined, then divide the mixture into two equal portions and form each portion into a patty approximately 3/4 inch thick.
- 2
- 3
Add Cheese
In the last minute of cooking, place two slices of American cheese on each patty to melt.
Assemble the Burger
- 4
Prepare the Buns
Toast the burger buns on the grill or in a toaster until golden brown.
- 5
Layer the Ingredients
On the bottom half of each bun, place a layer of lettuce, followed by a patty with melted cheese, slices of tomato, and pickles. Add the second patty with cheese on top.
- 6
Close the Burger
Top with the other half of the bun and press down gently to secure the layers.

