Entrée: United States – Classic American Cheeseburger

Serving Size: 4

Approximate Time

Prep 10 min

Cook 8 min

Total 20 min

Ingredients

1 lb (450 g) ground beef (80 / 20)
Salt to taste
Freshly ground black pepper to taste
4 slices cheddar or American cheese
4 hamburger buns
2 tbsp (30 ml) unsalted butter
Lettuce to taste
Tomato slices to taste
Red onion rings to taste
Pickles to taste
Ketchup to taste
Mustard to taste
Mayonnaise to taste

Instructions

1. Form four even patties slightly larger than the buns; season both sides with salt and pepper.  
2. Heat a skillet or grill to medium-high and cook patties 3–4 minutes per side for medium (adjust time to desired doneness).  
3. Place a cheese slice on each patty in the last minute of cooking to melt.  
4. Meanwhile, spread butter on the cut sides of buns and toast them in a pan or on the grill until golden.  
5. Assemble burgers with patties and desired toppings and condiments; serve immediately.