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Quick & Easy Weeknight Cheeseburger
15 mintime
Easydifficulty
4Servings
—Rating
Nutrition facts
550 kcalCalories
30 gProtein
40 gCarbs
30 gFat

Per serving · Approximate values estimated by AI

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Quick & Easy Weeknight Cheeseburger

80% authentic · American

A simplified cheeseburger recipe perfect for busy weeknights, using pre-made patties and minimal toppings for a fast and satisfying meal.

Ingredients

Servings4
  • Pre-formed beef patties4
  • American cheese slices4 slices
  • Burger buns4
  • Lettuce4 leaves
  • Ketchupto taste
  • Saltto taste
  • Black pepperto taste

Steps

  1. 1

    Cook pre-formed beef patties according to package directions, typically 3-4 minutes per side.

  2. 2

    Season patties with salt and pepper during cooking.

  3. 3

    Add an American cheese slice to each patty during the last minute of cooking and cover to melt.

  4. 4

    Lightly toast burger buns if desired.

  5. 5

    Assemble burgers: spread ketchup on the bottom bun, place the cheese-topped patty, add a lettuce leaf, and top with the bun.

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