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Cheeseburgers
Prep 5 min
Cook 10 min
Total 15 min
Serves 4 Ingredients
1 1/2 pounds ground beef (80% to 85% lean) Kosher salt Freshly ground black pepper 4 to 6 hamburger buns, split Unsalted butter or oil, for the pan 4 to 6 slices cheese, such as cheddar, swiss, American, or provolone (optional) Burger toppings: sliced tomatoes, sliced onions, lettuce, ketchup, mustard, BBQ sauce, pickles, relish Steps
Step-by-step
1 Divide the ground beef into 4 or 6 equal portions. 2 Gently press each portion into a disk about 1 inch thick, slightly wider than the buns, and dimple the center. 3 Heat a pat of butter or a teaspoon of oil in a griddle or large skillet over medium heat. 4 Toast the bun halves cut-side down until golden-brown, then transfer to plates. 5 Increase the heat to medium-high and wait for the first wisp of smoke. 6 Add the patties to the hot pan, leaving space between them, season generously with salt and pepper, and cook 3 to 4 minutes. 7 Flip the burgers, season the second side, and cook 3 to 5 minutes more to your preferred doneness. 8 Top each burger with a slice of cheese right after flipping; cover the pan to speed melting if needed. 9 Transfer the burgers to the toasted buns and add your toppings. Notes Stovetop method, no grill needed; work in batches if the pan is crowded. Don't overwork the meat when shaping. Cheese is optional in the original recipe — add a slice per patty for cheeseburgers. Leftovers keep airtight in the fridge up to 3 days.
Photo: Renee Comet (photographer) · Wikimedia Commons · Public domain
Source: The Kitchn
