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grilled cheese burger

Grilled Cheese Burger

Discover the ultimate grilled cheese burger recipe that combines juicy beef and melty cheese for a mouthwatering meal you’ll love to make and eat.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4 burgers
Calories: 600
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 pound ground beef (80/20 blend)
  • 4 slices cheddar cheese or your favorite melting cheese
  • 4 units burger buns brioche or potato buns are ideal
  • 2 tablespoons butter softened
  • to taste salt and pepper
  • optional toppings lettuce, tomato slices, pickles, onions

Equipment

  • Grill or Skillet
  • Spatula
  • Knife and Cutting Board
  • Mixing Bowl (optional)
  • Toppings Prep Plate

Method
 

  1. Form the ground beef into four equal-sized patties without overworking the meat.
  2. Season both sides of the patties generously with salt and pepper.
  3. Make a slight indentation in the center of each patty to prevent puffing.
  4. Spread softened butter on the cut sides of the burger buns.
  5. Heat a skillet over medium heat and toast the buns until golden brown and crispy.
  6. Heat your grill or skillet to medium-high heat.
  7. Place the patties on the grill and cook undisturbed for 3-4 minutes per side.
  8. Add a slice of cheese to each patty during the last minute of cooking and cover briefly to melt.
  9. Assemble the burgers by placing a patty on each bun and adding preferred toppings, then closing with the top bun.

Nutrition

Calories: 600kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 34gFat: 34gSaturated Fat: 15gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 17gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 450mgFiber: 2gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 10IUVitamin C: 4mgCalcium: 25mgIron: 15mg

Notes

Use a meat thermometer to ensure beef patties reach 160°F for doneness. Feel free to experiment with spices like garlic powder or smoked paprika for added flavor. For a healthier option, you can substitute ground beef with turkey or chicken, use gluten-free buns, and load up on fresh veggies.
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