Cheeseburger Recipe

Inspired by The Walnut

Time30m

Serves1

Juicy beef patty with lettuce, tomato, and cheese on a toasted bun.

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Ingredients

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1
Mix Ingredients
In a mixing bowl, combine the ground beef, salt, black pepper, and garlic powder. Mix gently until just combined.
2
Form the Patty
Shape the mixture into a patty about 1 inch thick. Make a slight indentation in the center of the patty to help it cook evenly.

3
Heat the Grill or Pan
Preheat your grill or skillet over medium-high heat.
4
Cook the Patty
Place the patty on the hot grill or skillet. Cook for about 4-5 minutes on one side, then flip and cook for an additional 3-4 minutes for medium doneness.
5
Add Cheese
In the last minute of cooking, place the cheddar cheese slice on top of the patty and cover to melt.

6
Toast the Bun
Spread butter on the cut sides of the burger bun and toast them on the grill or in a skillet until golden brown.

7
Layer the Ingredients
On the bottom half of the toasted bun, place the lettuce leaves followed by the cooked beef patty with melted cheese. Top with slices of tomato.
8
Complete the Burger
Place the top half of the bun on the assembled ingredients to complete your cheeseburger.