Classic Cheeseburger
Juicy, grilled beef patty topped with melted cheese, crisp lettuce, tomatoes, pickles, and onions, all stacked between a soft toasted bun. A true American favorite!
Equipment
- Grill or stovetop skillet
- Spatula
- Tongs
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground beef 80/20 blend for juiciness
- 4 slices cheddar cheese or American cheese
- 4 hamburger buns toasted
- 1 tbsp olive oil for grilling
- Salt and pepper to taste
Optional Toppings:
- Lettuce
- Tomato slices
- Pickles
- Sliced onions
- Ketchup
- Mustard
- Mayonnaise
Instructions
- Preheat the grill to medium-high heat or heat a skillet over medium heat.
- Form the beef into 4 equal patties (about 1/4 pound each), making a small indent in the center of each patty to prevent it from puffing up while cooking. Season generously with salt and pepper on both sides.
- Grill the patties for about 4 minutes on each side, until cooked to your desired doneness.
- For stovetop cooking: Heat the olive oil in the skillet and cook the patties for about 4 minutes per side.
- Add a slice of cheese to each patty during the last minute of cooking, and let it melt.
- Toast the buns on the grill or in the skillet for 1-2 minutes until golden brown.
- Assemble the burgers by placing the beef patty with melted cheese on the bottom bun, followed by your choice of toppings (lettuce, tomato, pickles, onions, ketchup, mustard, etc.).
- Top with the bun and serve hot with fries or a side of your choice.
Notes
Nutrition (per serving):
Calories: 520
Protein: 30g
Carbohydrates: 33g
Fat: 30g
Fiber: 2g
Sodium: 780mg
Sugar: 6g
Calories: 520
Protein: 30g
Carbohydrates: 33g
Fat: 30g
Fiber: 2g
Sodium: 780mg
Sugar: 6g