Classic American Cheeseburger

Ingredients

• 0 0 1 lb (450g) ground beef (80/20 preferred)
• 1 tsp salt
• 1 tsp black pepper
• 4 slices cheddar cheese
• 4 whole burger buns
• 1 tbsp butter
• 4 whole lettuce leaves
• 0 tomato (sliced)
• 0 small onion (sliced)
• 8 whole pickle slices
• 3 tbsp mayonnaise
• 1 tbsp ketchup
• 1 tsp yellow mustard

Instructions

1. 1

   Divide the ground beef into 4 equal portions and gently form burger patties about 1/2 inch thick.

2. 2

   Season both sides of each patty with salt and black pepper.

3. 3

   Mix mayonnaise, ketchup, and mustard in a small bowl to make the burger sauce.

4. 4

   Heat a grill or skillet over medium-high heat.

5. 5

   Cook the burger patties for 3–4 minutes on the first side.

6. 6

   Flip the patties and cook for another 2–3 minutes.

7. 7

   Place a slice of cheddar cheese on each patty and allow it to melt.

8. 8

   Butter the burger buns and lightly toast them until golden.

9. 9

   Spread burger sauce on the bottom bun.

10. 10

    Add lettuce, tomato, onion, and pickles.

11. 11

    Place the cheeseburger patty on top of the vegetables.

12. 12

    Cover with the top bun and serve immediately.