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Best Classic Cheeseburger

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Time: 15 minutes

Yield: 4 servings

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Apple pie gets name-dropped as the classic American dish, but nothing is as American in our book as the Best Classic Cheeseburger! The juicy, savory beef patty, pan-seared until golden and crusty, with a melty layer of cheese on top, all on a toasted bun... doesn't matter the season or the time, everyone wants a bite or two or twelve! Piled high with whatever floats your burger fancy, the Best Classic Cheeseburger is a quick and delicious sandwich that blows every other sandwich away!

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Ingredients

  • 1 pound ground beef
  • 1 pound ground sirloin
  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1 teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
  • 4 slices American cheese
  • 4 hamburger buns, toasted
  • Optional toppings:
  • iceberg lettuce, sliced, to taste
  • tomatoes, sliced, to taste
  • red onion, sliced, to taste
  • dill pickles, sliced, to taste
  • condiments of choice, such as ketchup, mustard, or mayonnaise, to taste

Directions

Step 1 -In a large bowl, combine the ground beef, the ground sirloin, the Worcestershire sauce, the salt, and the pepper.

Step 2 -Gently mix the beef mixture to thoroughly combine it with the seasoning, taking care not to over-work the meat.

Step 3 -Divide the mixture into four even portions and pat each portion into a ball, then press each ball into a 1-inch-thick patty with a small divot in the center.

Step 4 -Heat a large cast-iron skillet over medium-high heat.

Step 5 -Add 1 tablespoon of the vegetable oil to the pan and swirl to coat.

Step 6 -Place the patties in the skillet and let them cook until the bottoms are golden and crusty, about 3-4 minutes.

Step 7 -Flip the patties and top them with the American cheese slices.

Step 8 -Cover the pan and cook the other side of the burgers until the internal temperature of the burgers reaches at least 135 degrees F (medium-rare), about 3 more minutes. Cook for a few minutes longer for a more done burger. Covering the pan is critical to help the cheese become melty.

Step 9 -Add the patties to the toasted buns and top them with your favorite burger toppings.

Step 10 -Serve.

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