Ingredients
Equipment
Method
Method 1: Pan-Fried
- Form the ground beef into four equal patties and season both sides with salt and pepper.
- Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat, then add a small amount of oil.
- Cook patties for 3-5 minutes per side for medium-rare, adding cheese during the last minute.
- Toast buns on the skillet for 30 seconds to 1 minute.
Method 2: Grilled
- Preheat grill to medium-high heat and form seasoned beef patties.
- Grill patties for 4-6 minutes per side, adding cheese during the last minute.
- Lightly toast buns on the grill for 15-30 seconds.
Method 3: Baked
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and place seasoned patties on a baking sheet with a wire rack.
- Bake for 15-20 minutes, or until desired doneness, adding cheese for the last 2 minutes.
- Toast buns in the oven for 2-3 minutes.
Method 4: Air Fryer
- Preheat air fryer to 375°F (190°C) and place seasoned patties in the basket in a single layer.
- Air fry for 8-12 minutes, flipping halfway through and adding cheese for the last 1-2 minutes.
- Lightly toast buns in the air fryer for 1 minute.
Assembly
- Assemble burgers with toasted buns, cheese, lettuce, tomato, onion, pickles, ketchup, and mustard.
Notes
Adjust cooking times based on your desired doneness and the thickness of your patties. For extra flavor, consider mixing in finely diced onion or garlic powder into the ground beef before forming patties. Always ensure ground beef is cooked to an internal temperature of 160°F (71°C) for safety, regardless of method.