Savory Cheeseburger Recipe: Juicy, Flavor-Packed Delight

This cheeseburger recipe delivers juicy, flavor-packed bites that are easily customizable, making it a must-try for every meal.

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Prep Time 15

Cook Time 15

Total Time 30

Servings: 4 burgers

Course: Lunch

Cuisine: American

Calories: 450

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Patties

1 pound Beef Mince Choose cuts with at least 20% fat for juiciness.
1 teaspoon Salt Season just before cooking.
1 teaspoon Pepper Freshly cracked; adjust to taste.
1 tablespoon Canola Oil For cooking.

For the Buns and Cheese

4 pieces Burger Buns Soft sesame seed or white buns.
4 slices Burger Cheese American cheese is a classic choice.

For the Fresh Toppings

1 cup Lettuce Crisp cos or shredded iceberg.
1 large Tomatoes Choose the ripest ones.
1 medium Red Onion Raw or cooked, depending on preference.
4 slices Pickles Large gherkin slices.

For Custom Sauces

1/4 cup Special Burger Sauce Creamy or tangy sauce.
2 tablespoons Ketchup Spread generously for taste.

Equipment

Cast-iron skillet
grill or broiler

Method

Preparation

Divide beef mince into 4 portions for single burgers or 8 for doubles. Shape each into patties.
Sprinkle salt and pepper on both sides of each patty before cooking.
Preheat grill or broiler and toast burger buns cut side up for 3-5 minutes.
In a skillet, heat canola oil and cook patties for about 1.5 minutes on each side; add cheese on the last minute.
Assemble burgers with sauces and fresh toppings on the toasted buns.

Nutrition

Serving: 1burgerCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 25gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 450mgFiber: 2gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 600IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 3mg

Notes

For best results, ensure meat is minimally handled and season just before cooking.

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