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Classic American Cheeseburger with Lettuce and Tomato

A straightforward cheeseburger with fresh lettuce, tomato, and a juicy beef patty.

20 minutes4 servings
Classic American Cheeseburger with Lettuce and Tomato
Photo: Horacio Cambeiro · CC BY 3.0

Ingredients

Method

  1. Preheat a grill or skillet to medium-high heat.
  2. Form the ground beef into 4 equal patties and season with salt and pepper.
  3. Cook the patties for 3-4 minutes per side until desired doneness.
  4. Place a slice of cheddar cheese on each patty and let melt.
  5. Toast the hamburger buns briefly.
  6. Spread mayonnaise and ketchup on the bottom buns.
  7. Add the lettuce, tomato slices, and the patty with cheese, then top with the top bun.
  8. Check that the ground meat reaches 71°C (160°F) throughout before serving.

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