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Classic Double Quarter Pounder with Cheese Recipe

American · Main course · 25 min total

A homemade version of the iconic fast-food burger: two juicy beef patties, melted American cheese, pickles, onions, ketchup, and mustard on a soft sesame seed bun.

Ingredients

• 1 lb (450g) ground beef (80/20)
• 4 slices American cheese
• 2 sesame seed burger buns
• 4 dill pickle slices
• 1/4 cup finely diced white onion
• 2 tbsp ketchup
• 2 tbsp yellow mustard
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Butter for toasting buns

Instructions

1. Divide the ground beef into 4 equal portions (4 oz each). Shape each into a thin patty, slightly larger than the bun, and season generously with salt and pepper. Press a slight indent in the center to prevent puffing.
2. Heat a cast-iron skillet or griddle over medium-high heat. Cook patties for 2-3 minutes per side until a deep brown crust forms. In the last minute, top each patty with a slice of cheese and cover to melt.
3. While patties cook, split buns and toast cut-side down in a separate pan with a little butter until golden.
4. Assemble burgers: on the bottom bun, spread 1 tbsp ketchup and 1 tbsp mustard. Add 2 pickle slices, then stack two cheese-topped patties. Top with 2 tbsp diced onion and close with the top bun.
5. Serve immediately with fries or a side of your choice.

Tips

• For best results, use freshly ground beef with 20% fat content.
• Don't overwork the meat; handle gently to keep patties tender.
• If you don't have a griddle, a heavy skillet works well.
• Customize with lettuce, tomato, or extra pickles if desired.

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