Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lbs ground chuck (80/20)
- 1 tbsp onion powder
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 tsp black pepper
- 12 slices American cheese
- 6 burger buns
- Lettuce
- Tomato
- Onion
- Pickles
- Ketchup
- Mustard
- Mayonnaise
Instructions
1. In a large bowl, combine ground beef, onion powder, salt, and pepper; mix gently to combine.
2. Divide mixture into six patties, about 3/4″ thick.
3. Preheat grill or cast‑iron skillet to high heat.
4. Cook patties for 2 minutes per side. Flip, top with 2 slices of cheese each, and cook another 2-3 minutes for medium.
5. Remove patties and let rest for a few minutes.
6. Toast burger buns if desired.
7. Assemble burgers with lettuce, tomato, onion, pickles, and desired condiments. Serve immediately.
Notes
• Do not overmix the beef to keep patties tender. • Let cooked patties rest briefly before assembling to retain juices. • Adjust toppings and cheese to preference.
- Prep Time: PT10M
- Cook Time: PT10M
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 burger
- Calories: 650
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 40g
- Saturated Fat: 16g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20g
- Trans Fat: 1g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 120mg