Description
Indulge in the ultimate comfort food with this Classic Cheeseburger recipe, where juicy beef patties meet gooey melted cheese and fresh toppings. Perfect for backyard barbecues or cozy family dinners, this dish is a crowd-pleaser that brings warmth and excitement to any occasion. With just a few simple ingredients, you can create a delicious burger that’s customizable to suit every taste. Elevate your burger game by experimenting with your favorite toppings and enjoy every savory bite!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground beef (80% lean)
- 4 slices American cheese
- 4 soft hamburger buns
- Lettuce (romaine or iceberg)
- 1 medium ripe tomato, sliced
- 1 small red onion, sliced
- Ketchup and mustard to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your grill or skillet over medium-high heat.
- Form the ground beef into four equal patties, about three-quarters inch thick, making an indent in the center.
- Season patties with salt and pepper and cook for approximately 4 minutes on one side.
- Flip the patties, add cheese slices on top, and cook for an additional 2 minutes until melted.
- Toast the buns lightly on the grill if desired.
- Assemble burgers by layering lettuce, cheesy patties, tomato slices, onions, and condiments on the bottom bun.
- Serve immediately alongside fries or chips.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling/Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cheeseburger (200g)
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 85mg