Classic Cheeseburger

About this Classic Cheeseburger

A great cheeseburger is simple: good beef mince, a hot pan and as little handling as possible. Shape the patties lightly, season at the last moment, sear hard and melt the cheese over the top. The toasted bun and crisp, cool toppings do the rest.

• 600 gBeef Mince, about 20% fat
• 8 gSalt
• 3 gBlack Pepper, freshly ground
• 120 gCheddar Cheese, four slices
• 4 eachBurger Buns, split
• 0.5 eachLettuce, a few crisp leaves
• 200 gTomatoes, sliced
• 100 gRed Onion, thinly sliced
• 40 gMayonnaise

Plus water and a little salt to taste.

How to prepare Classic Cheeseburger

1. 1

   Divide the mince into 4 and shape each portion into a loose patty about 2 cm thick and a little wider than the bun. Press a shallow dimple in the middle of each with your thumb. Chill until you are ready to cook.

2. 2

   Heat a heavy frying pan or griddle over a high heat until very hot.

3. 3

   Season the patties on both sides with the salt and pepper just before cooking. Cook for 4-5 minutes on the first side without moving them.

4. 4

   Flip and cook for another 3-4 minutes until cooked all the way through, with no pink in the middle. Lay a slice of cheese on each for the last minute, and cover the pan for 30 seconds to melt it.

5. 5

   Toast the cut sides of the buns in a dry pan for 1 minute until golden.

6. 6

   Spread the mayonnaise on the buns, then build: lettuce, patty and cheese, tomato and onion. Serve at once.

The method was written by AI from the ingredient list. Cook with your own judgement, and check that everything is cooked through and safe to eat.

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