Classic Cheeseburger Recipe

Classic Cheeseburger Recipe

Ingredients:

- 4 hamburger buns

- 8 ounces ground beef

- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil

- 2 medium onions, finely chopped

- 2 cloves garlic, minced

- 1 teaspoon salt

- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper

- 4 slices cheddar cheese (optional)

- Lettuce, tomato, pickles, and any other toppings you like!

Instructions:

1. Preheat a grill or grill pan to medium-high heat.

2. In a large bowl, combine the ground beef, chopped onion, garlic, salt, and pepper. Mix well with your hands or a spoon until just combined. Don't overmix!

3. Divide the mixture into 4 equal portions and shape each into a ball. Flatten each ball slightly into a patty.

4. Brush the grill or grill pan with oil to prevent sticking. Grill the patties for 4-5 minutes per side, or until they're cooked to your desired level of doneness.

5. While the burgers are cooking, toast the buns on the grill or in a toaster.

6. Assemble the burgers with cheese, lettuce, tomato, pickles, and any other toppings you like.

7. Serve immediately and enjoy!

 Here's a detailed description of the classic cheeseburger recipe:

The Patty:

- Made with ground beef (80/20 or 70/30 lean to fat ratio works best)

- Seasoned with salt, pepper, and a hint of onion and garlic

- Formed into 4 equal-sized balls and flattened slightly into patties

- Cooked to medium-rare (pink in the center) or medium (slightly pink) for maximum juiciness

The Cheese:

- 2 slices of melted cheddar cheese (American, Swiss, or mozzarella work too)

- Adds creaminess, flavor, and texture to the burger

The Buns:

- Soft, sesame-seed buns (toasted or grilled for added crunch)

- Holds the burger together and provides a gentle cradle for the flavors

The Toppings:

- Crisp lettuce leaves

- Thinly sliced tomatoes

- Thinly sliced red onions (optional)

- Dill pickle slices (optional)

- Ketchup, mustard, and mayonnaise (or your favorite condiments)

The Assembly:

- Place a cooked patty on each bun

- Add cheese, lettuce, tomato, onions, pickles, and condiments in that order

- Top with the bun's top half

This classic cheeseburger recipe is a timeless favorite, and for good reason – it's a masterclass in flavor, texture, and simplicity!