Classic American Cheeseburger

Classic American Cheeseburger

5.0(7)

The secret to these easy burgers is using a blend of different types of ground meat to give the burgers amazing flavor, while keeping them tender. You can ask a butcher to grind them for you, or some grocery stores sell their own unique burger blends.

Cook Time
10 minutes
Total Time
20 minutes
Yield
4 servings

Ingredients

  • 12 oz 80% lean ground beef (350 g)
  • 6 oz ground beef short rib (175 g)
  • 6 oz ground beef brisket rib (175 g)
  • 2 teaspoons kosher salt, plus more to taste
  • 1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper, plus more to taste
  • 4 large hamburger buns
  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
  • 4 slices sharp cheddar cheese
  • 1 tablespoon canola oil

For Serving

  • 4 slices beefsteak tomatoes
  • 4 slices red onion
  • 4 leaves green leaf lettuce
  • ketchup
  • mayonnaise
  • dijon mustard

Nutrition Info

  • Calories 789
  • Fat 45g
  • Carbs 42g
  • Fiber 26g
  • Sugar 6g
  • Protein 48g

How to Make It

1. Step
In a medium bowl, gently mix together the ground chuck, short rib, and brisket with 2 teaspoons salt and 1 teaspoon ground pepper.
2. Step
Shape the meat into 4 equal patties about 4½ inches wide and 1 inch thick. Use your thumb to press an indentation into the center of each patty to prevent a bubble from forming in the center when cooking. Generously season the tops and sides of the patties with salt and pepper.
3. Step
Heat a large cast iron skillet over medium heat. Spread about ½ tablespoon of butter onto each cut side of the hamburger buns. Working in batches, toast the buns, buttered-side down, for about 2 minutes, until golden brown. Set aside.
4. Step
Increase the heat to medium-high. Add a thin layer of canola oil to the pan and cook the burgers for 4 minutes on one side, until nicely browned. Flip and cook for another 2 minutes on the other side. Top each burger with a slice of cheese and cover the pan with a lid. Cook until the cheese is melted and the internal temperature of the burgers reaches 135°F (57°C),another 1–2 minutes.
5. Step
Assemble the burgers: Place a burger patty on each toasted bun, then top with a slice of tomato and red onion, lettuce, ketchup, mayonnaise, and mustard. Serve immediately.
6. Step
Enjoy!

Tags

Under 1 HourUnder 45 MinutesBBQComfort FoodGame DayFourth of JulyAmericanDinnerHigh-ProteinUnder 30 Minutes

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