Classic Cheeseburger with Secret Sauce

About this recipe

Experience the perfect balance of flavors with our classic cheeseburger recipe. Featuring a juicy, well-seasoned beef patty, melted cheese, and a homemade secret sauce, this recipe is sure to become a family favorite. Perfect for a weekend cookout or a cozy dinner at home, these cheeseburgers are easy to prepare and packed with irresistible taste.

Ingredients

• 1 lb ground beef
• 1 tsp garlic powder
• 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
• 1 tsp mustard powder
• Salt to taste
• Black pepper to taste
• 4 hamburger buns, toasted
• 4 slices of cheese (American or cheddar)
• 1/4 cup mayonnaise
• 2 tbsp ketchup
• 1 tsp pickle juice
• 1/2 tsp paprika
• 1/2 tsp cayenne
• 1 tsp mustard
• Lettuce leaves
• Sliced tomatoes
• Sliced onions
• Dill pickles

Directions

1. 1

   Mix mayonnaise, ketchup, pickle juice, paprika, cayenne, and mustard in a small bowl to make the secret sauce. Set aside.

2. 2

   Combine ground beef, garlic powder, Worcestershire sauce, mustard powder, salt, and pepper in a large bowl. Mix until just combined.

3. 3

   Divide the beef mixture into four equal portions and shape into patties slightly wider than the buns.

4. 4

   Preheat a grill or skillet over medium-high heat. Cook patties for 3-4 minutes on each side until browned and cooked to desired doneness.

5. 5

   Place a slice of cheese on each patty during the last minute of cooking. Allow cheese to melt.

6. 6

   Assemble the burgers: Spread secret sauce on the bun bottoms, then add lettuce, tomato, onion, and a patty. Top with pickles and sandwich with the bun tops.