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Ground Beef Patty with Shredded Cheddar and Tomato-Onion Layers

Name: Ground Beef Patty with Shredded Cheddar and Tomato-Onion Layers
Total time: 30 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 1 lb ground beef (80/20); 1/2 lb cheddar cheese, shredded; 4 hamburger buns; 4 slices tomato; 4 slices red onion; 4 lettuce leaves; 1 tbsp ketchup; 1 tbsp mustard; salt and pepper to taste

A juicy beef patty topped with melted cheese, fresh veggies, and a toasted bun

30 minutes4 servings

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Method

Preheat grill or skillet to medium-high heat
Form ground beef into 4 equal patties, pressing indents in the center
Season both sides of patties with salt and pepper
Cook patties for 3-4 minutes per side for medium doneness
Place cheese slices on top of each patty during the last minute of cooking
Toast buns on the grill
Assemble burgers with toppings in the order: bun, patty, cheese, tomato, onion, lettuce, ketchup, mustard, top bun
Check that the ground meat reaches 71°C (160°F) throughout before serving.

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