Classic Cheeseburger
Elevate your burger night with this irresistible Classic Cheeseburger recipe, a timeless favorite that delivers the ultimate comfort food experience. Juicy, perfectly seasoned beef patties are paired with melted cheddar cheese, layered on buttery toasted buns, and topped with crisp lettuce, ripe tomato, flavorful red onion, tangy pickles, and a blend of ketchup and mustard for the perfect balance of flavors. With just 15 minutes of prep and 10 minutes of cooking, this recipe is ideal for a quick weeknight dinner or a backyard barbecue feast. Whether cooked on a skillet or grill, this cheeseburger guarantees restaurant-quality results from the comfort of your home. Perfect for burger enthusiasts craving a homemade classic!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground beef
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.25 teaspoon garlic powder
- 0.25 teaspoon onion powder
- 4 slices cheddar cheese slices
- 4 pieces burger buns
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 4 pieces lettuce leaves
- 1 large tomato
- 1 small red onion
- 1 cup pickles
- 0.25 cup ketchup
- 0.25 cup mustard
Instructions
In a large bowl, combine ground beef, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder. Mix gently until just combined, being careful not to overwork the meat.
Divide the beef mixture into four equal portions and shape into patties slightly wider than the burger buns to allow for shrinkage during cooking.
Preheat a grill or skillet over medium-high heat. Add the beef patties and cook for 3-4 minutes on the first side, until browned and slightly crispy.
Flip the patties and top each with a slice of cheddar cheese. Cook for another 3-4 minutes, until the cheese is melted and the burgers reach the desired doneness (medium is an internal temperature of 160°F).
While the burgers are cooking, butter the insides of the burger buns. Toast the buns on the grill or in a separate skillet until golden brown, about 1-2 minutes.
Slice the tomato and red onion into thin rounds.
Assemble the burgers by placing a lettuce leaf on the bottom half of each toasted bun. Add a cheese-topped beef patty, a slice of tomato, a slice of red onion, and some pickles. Spread ketchup and mustard on the top half of the bun according to preference.
Serve immediately with your choice of sides.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
608 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 39.4 g | 51% | |
| Saturated Fat | 18.5 g | 93% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 117 mg | 39% | |
| Sodium | 1449 mg | 63% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 30.8 g | 11% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.1 g | 11% | |
| Total Sugars | 7.9 g | ||
| Protein | 30.8 g | 62% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.3 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 297 mg | 23% | |
| Iron | 4.1 mg | 23% | |
| Potassium | 458 mg | 10% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
