Name: Classic Melted Cheeseburger with Mushroom Sauce
Total time: 35 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 1 lb ground beef (80/20); 4 slices provolone cheese; 4 hamburger buns; 1/2 cup beef broth; 1 cup sliced mushrooms; 1 tablespoon butter; 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour; 1 teaspoon garlic powder; 1 teaspoon dried thyme; Salt and pepper to taste; Ketchup and mustard for serving

A traditional American cheeseburger featuring a juicy beef patty, melted cheese, and a rich mushroom sauce served on a toasted bun.

Method

Preheat grill or skillet to medium-high heat.
Form ground beef into 4 equal patties and season with salt and pepper.
Cook patties for 4-5 minutes per side for medium doneness.
Place provolone slices on top of each patty and let melt.
In a saucepan, melt butter and whisk in flour to make a roux.
Add mushrooms, beef broth, garlic powder, thyme, salt, and pepper.
Simmer for 10-12 minutes until sauce thickens.
Toast hamburger buns and assemble with patty, cheese, sauce, and condiments.
Serve immediately with crinkle-cut fries.
Check that the ground meat reaches 71°C (160°F) throughout before serving.