National Double Cheeseburger Day – September 15, 2024

Ingredients:

• For the Patties:
  • 1 lb ground beef (80% lean, 20% fat for juiciness)
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • 2 slices of cheddar cheese (or cheese of your choice)
• For the Burger Assembly:
  • 4 hamburger buns
  • 2 tablespoons mayonnaise
  • 2 tablespoons ketchup
  • 2 tablespoons mustard
  • 4 lettuce leaves
  • 4 tomato slices
  • Pickles, as desired
  • 4-6 slices of cooked bacon (optional)

How to make

1. Prepare the Patties:
   1. Preheat your grill or skillet to medium-high heat.
   2. Divide the ground beef into 4 equal portions and form them into patties. Make a small indentation in the center of each patty to prevent them from puffing up too much while cooking.
   3. Season both sides of the patties generously with salt and pepper.
2. Cook the Patties:
   1. Place the patties on the grill or skillet and cook for about 3-4 minutes per side for medium doneness (adjust the time if you prefer them more or less done).
   2. When you flip the patties, place a slice of cheese on each patty. Cover with a lid or foil to help the cheese melt.
3. Toast the Buns:
   1. While the patties are cooking, lightly butter the inside of the buns.
   2. Toast the buns on a separate skillet or on the grill for about 1 minute, or until they are golden brown.
4. Assemble the Burgers:
   1. Spread mayonnaise, ketchup, and mustard on the bottom half of each bun.
   2. Place a lettuce leaf on each bun.
   3. Add a cheesy patty on top of the lettuce.
   4. Add tomato slices and pickles as desired.
   5. If using bacon, place a few slices on top of the tomato.
   6. Top with the second patty and then the top bun