Classic Cheeseburger

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Summer has officially begun, which means it's time to kick back and relax outdoors with friends and good food. I like to entertain friends at home and want it to be a place where everyone feels welcome and well attended to. Even though I love to flood the table with food that takes me hours to prepare, at times I have to keep reminding myself that it is not always the food, but the good company and the time spent that make the best memories.

If you want to spend the maximum time outdoors enjoying the beautiful weather while entertaining friends, burgers are a great casual yet delicious meal. Though the thought of making them at home can seem daunting, take the time to craft your own and that extra effort will be worth it.
Tender, juicy, and perfectly seasoned, this Classic Cheeseburger is perfect for your next summer backyard BBQ party or gathering and is guaranteed to please everyone!

You do not require a lot of ingredients for this recipe. The secret to a great homemade hamburger is to use a good quality beef. That makes all the difference!

Which Meat Makes the Best Burgers?

When making burgers buy good quality ground beef that is about 80% lean and 20% fat. The fat adds a great texture and keeps the burger juicy and moist.

If you’re looking for more Summer Recipes, you can also try Hawaiian Chicken Burger with Grilled Pineapple , Easy Pineapple Salsa , Mango Strawberry Popsicles and Watermelon Strawberry Agua Fresca


Recipe Notes
  • Season the patties generously with salt and pepper just prior to cooking.
  • Chilling the burger patties in the fridge for about 30 minutes before grilling helps in retaining their shape, and keeps them nice and juicy!
  • Press an indentation into the center of all the patties with your thumb to prevent puffing up during cooking and to help them cook evenly.
  • Resist the urge to press down on the burgers while they’re grilling. This just makes them dry.

If you make this recipe, I would love to know how it turned out! Please let me know by leaving a comment below.



Classic Cheeseburger Classic Cheeseburger
Author: Happily Cooking
Preparation Time:
Cooking Time:
Yields: 4
Calories per serving: 530kcal





Ingredients:
    For the Hamburger
  • 450 g beef
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • Salt, to taste
  • Black pepper, to taste

    • For the Burger Toppings
  • 4 burger buns
  • 4 slices cheddar cheese
  • 1 large tomato, sliced
  • 4 large lettuce leaves
  • 1 large red onion, thinly sliced into rings
  • 1/3 cup mayo
  • 2 tablespoons BBQ Sauce

    • Instructions:
    1. Slice and prepare all the burger toppings.
    2. Mix 1/3 cup mayo with 2 tablespoons of BBQ sauce.
    3. In a large bowl, mix together the ground beef and the garlic powder. Divide the meat into equal portions and form patties that are about 1/2" thick.
    4. Season the patties generously with salt and pepper.
    5. Heat a non-stick skillet over medium/high heat and add oil adding just enough to lightly coat the bottom.
    6. Once the oil is hot , add the burger patties and cook for 3-5 minutes on one side. Flip and cook the other side for another 3-5 minutes.
    7. When burgers are almost done cooking, add the cheese and let melt for 1-2 minutes. Remove from heat.
    8. Lightly apply butter on both sides of the burger buns. Gently toast until they are warmed through and lightly crispy.
    9. To assemble, spread the prepared burger sauce over the toasted buns. Add the burger patties, cheese slices, sliced tomatoes, onion rings and lettuce.
    10. Enjoy!

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