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Homemade Cheeseburgers

Juicy skillet cheeseburgers with tender beef patties, melted cheddar, and crisp classic toppings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 burgers
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 590
Ingredients Equipment Method

Ingredients
  

  • 1 lb (450 g) 80/20 ground beef
  • 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 tablespoon neutral oil
  • 4 burger buns
  • 4 slices cheddar cheese
  • 4 leaves lettuce
  • 1 medium tomato sliced
  • 1/4 small red onion thinly sliced
  • 8 chips dill pickle
  • 4 tablespoons mustard or mayonnaise optional

Equipment

  • Heavy skillet

Method
 

  1. Divide the ground beef into four equal portions. Shape each loosely into a patty about 3/4 inch thick, then press a shallow dimple in the center.
  2. Season both sides with Worcestershire sauce, kosher salt, and black pepper just before cooking.
  3. Heat the neutral oil in a heavy skillet over medium-high heat. Cook the patties for 3 to 4 minutes per side, adjusting for thickness. Use an instant-read thermometer; ground beef should reach 160°F (71°C).
  4. Add cheddar during the final minute of cooking. Cover the skillet briefly to melt the cheese.
  5. Toast the buns cut-side down. Layer lettuce, a patty, tomato, onion, pickles, and mustard or mayonnaise on each bun. Serve warm.