Classic Burger

Sink your teeth into the ultimate comfort food with this Classic Burger recipe, a timeless favorite that never disappoints! Made with perfectly seasoned ground beef patties, these burgers are juicy, flavorful, and expertly cooked to perfection on the grill or stovetop. Topped with melted cheddar cheese, crisp lettuce, fresh tomato slices, crunchy pickles, and a touch of ketchup and mustard, each bite is a symphony of textures and tastes. Nestled in a lightly toasted bun, this recipe is ready in just 25 minutes and serves four, making it the ideal choice for a quick weeknight dinner or a backyard barbecue. Customize your toppings and pair with fries or a crisp salad for the ultimate burger experience. Perfect for burger enthusiasts, this recipe delivers on quality, simplicity, and classic flavor!

Nutriscore Rating: 59/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 lb Ground beef (80% lean)
• 0.5 tsp Salt
• 0.5 tsp Black pepper
• 0.25 tsp Garlic powder
• 0.25 tsp Onion powder
• 4 pieces Burger buns
• 4 slices Cheddar cheese slices
• 4 leaves Lettuce leaves
• 1 large Tomato
• 1 small Onion
• 8 slices Pickle slices
• 0 as needed Ketchup
• 0 as needed Mustard

Directions

Step 1

In a large bowl, combine the ground beef, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder. Mix gently until just combined. Overmixing can make the burgers tough.

Step 2

Divide the beef mixture into four equal portions and gently shape each portion into a patty about 1/2 inch thick.

Step 3

Preheat a grill or a stovetop skillet over medium-high heat.

Step 4

Place the patties on the hot grill or skillet. Cook for 3-4 minutes on the first side, until a nice crust forms and the burger releases easily from the grill or skillet.

Step 5

Flip the burger and place a slice of cheddar cheese on top of each patty. Cook for another 3-4 minutes until the cheese is melted and the burger is cooked to your preferred level of doneness.

Step 6

While the burgers are cooking, slice the tomato and onion into thin slices and prepare the lettuce and pickle slices.

Step 7

Lightly toast the burger buns on the grill or in the oven for about 1-2 minutes until golden.

Step 8

Assemble the burger by placing a lettuce leaf on the bottom half of each bun, followed by a cooked burger patty with melted cheese. Add tomato slices, onion slices, and pickle slices as desired.

Step 9

Spread ketchup and mustard on the top half of each bun and place it on top of the assembled burger.

Step 10

Serve hot with your choice of sides.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1212.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2255.7

Total Fat 136.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 60.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.0g
Cholesterol 412.7mg	0%
Sodium 6567.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 125.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 13.2g	0%
Total Sugars 33.5g
Protein 124.8g	0%

Vitamin D 28.1IU	0%
Calcium 1201.4mg	0%
Iron 17.1mg	0%
Potassium 1971.4mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 55.1%

Protein: 22.4%

Carbs: 22.5%