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Classic Jack Cheeseburger with Lettuce and Tomato

A straightforward cheeseburger with a juicy beef patty, melted Jack cheese, and fresh lettuce and tomato on a toasted bun, featuring a simple yet satisfying flavor profile.

25 minutes2 servings
Classic Jack Cheeseburger with Lettuce and Tomato
Photo: Missvain · CC BY 4.0

Ingredients

Method

  1. Preheat grill or skillet to medium-high heat.
  2. Form ground beef into 2 equal patties and season with salt and pepper.
  3. Cook patties for 4-5 minutes per side for medium doneness.
  4. In the last minute of cooking, place a slice of Jack cheese on each patty to melt.
  5. Toast hamburger buns on the grill.
  6. Assemble burgers with buns, patties, cheese, lettuce, tomato, ketchup, and mustard.
  7. Check that the ground meat reaches 71°C (160°F) throughout before serving.

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