Cheeseburger

Ingredients12

• ground beef (80% lean)600 g
• salt1 tsp
• black pepper0.5 tsp
• cheddar cheese slices4
• hamburger buns4
• butter1 tbsp
• iceberg lettuce leaves4
• tomato1
• onion0.5
• dill pickle slices8
• ketchup4 tbsp
• yellow mustard2 tbsp

Method

1. Divide the beef into 4 equal portions and gently form thin patties slightly wider than the buns; season both sides with salt and pepper.
2. Heat a skillet or griddle over medium-high heat until very hot.
3. Cook the patties for about 3 minutes per side for medium doneness, pressing lightly once so they sear evenly.
4. Lay a slice of cheddar on each patty during the last minute and cover briefly so the cheese melts.
5. Butter the cut sides of the buns and toast them on the griddle until golden.
6. Spread ketchup and mustard on the buns, then stack lettuce, tomato, onion, pickles, and the cheeseburger patty.
7. Close the burgers and serve immediately.