Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground beef (80/20)
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 tsp freshly cracked pepper
- 4 slices sharp cheddar cheese
- 4 brioche or sesame buns
- Toppings: lettuce, tomato, pickles, onions (to taste)
Instructions
- Preheat grill or skillet to medium-high heat.
- In a bowl, mix ground beef with salt and pepper; avoid overworking the meat.
- Shape into four patties about ¾ inch thick, making a slight indentation in the center.
- Cook patties on grill or skillet for 4-5 minutes per side until juices bubble on top.
- Add cheese slices during the last minute and cover loosely with foil for melting.
- Toast buns if desired; assemble burgers with toppings and cooked patties.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 burger (200g)
- Calories: 500
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: Experiment with gourmet toppings like avocado or fried eggs for a unique twist. Allow patties to rest before serving for maximum juiciness.