Classic American Burger

Instructions

1. 1

   Preheat your grill or skillet on medium-high heat.

2. 2

   Divide the ground beef into 4 equal portions and form into patties. Season both sides with salt and pepper.

3. 3

   Place the patties on the grill or skillet and cook for about 3-4 minutes on each side for medium-rare, or until desired doneness.

4. 4

   A minute before the patties are done, place a slice of cheddar cheese on each patty and let it melt.

5. 5

   While the patties are cooking, slice the tomato and onion into thin slices. Wash and dry the lettuce leaves.

6. 6

   Toast the hamburger buns on the grill or skillet until lightly golden.

7. 7

   To assemble the burgers, spread mayonnaise, ketchup, and mustard on the buns as desired.

8. 8

   Place a lettuce leaf on the bottom bun, followed by a slice of tomato, a beef patty with melted cheese, a couple of onion slices, and a couple of pickle slices.

9. 9

   Cap with the top bun and serve immediately.