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Classic American Cheeseburger Recipe

American · Main course · 25 min total

A juicy beef patty topped with melted American cheese, served on a soft bun with classic fixings. This recipe delivers a perfect diner-style burger at home.

Ingredients

• 1 1/2 lbs ground beef (80/20)
• 1 tsp salt
• 1/2 tsp black pepper
• 4 slices American cheese
• 4 hamburger buns, split
• 4 leaves lettuce
• 4 slices tomato
• 4 slices onion
• 4 pickle slices
• ketchup, mustard, mayonnaise to taste

Instructions

1. Divide ground beef into 4 equal portions (6 oz each). Shape into patties slightly larger than the buns, about 3/4-inch thick. Season both sides with salt and pepper.
2. Heat a cast-iron skillet or griddle over medium-high heat. Cook patties for 4 minutes per side for medium, or until desired doneness. During the last minute, place a slice of cheese on each patty and cover to melt.
3. Toast buns in the skillet or on the griddle until lightly golden, about 30 seconds.
4. Assemble burgers: spread condiments on bun bottoms, then add lettuce, tomato, onion, pickle, and patty with cheese. Cover with bun tops.
5. Serve immediately.

Tips

• For a smash-style burger, press patties thin with a spatula while cooking.
• Let patties rest for 2 minutes after cooking for juiciness.
• Store leftover cooked patties in fridge for up to 3 days; reheat in skillet.

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