Classic Cheeseburger

Let's talk classics. We do not eat a ton of burgers in our home because I do not tend to eat a ton of red meat or bread if I can avoid it. GASP I know. Don't leave yet I promise it gets good. This past weekend I was determined to have a classic cheeseburger and I knew if I made it myself it was promised to be good. Like really good. I even went out of my way and went to Maplewood Meats our local butcher for ribeye burger meat. My theory is always that if I am going to do beef I would like to try to buy the meat locally and good quality. I am telling you right now these burgers were heavenly. Gosh they were giant but I do not care my craving was satisfied.








Here is what you need~
Beef burger patty (As stated above I bought top of the line ribeye burgers) ( I made 4 of these)
Burger buns (Get good quality buns I love the classic sesame seed buns)
Cheese slices (I got a block of local Renard's and diced my own slices)
Tomato slices
Bib lettuce
Onion slices
Ketchup
Mustard
Salt & Pepper to taste

I always start by getting my pan blazing hot. I like a good crust on my meat. I will lightly coat the pan with a little butter. While this is heating up I season my meat heavily with salt and pepper on both sides. This is important because most of it comes off in the cooking process and it creates the crust on the meat. Once the pan is hot and almost smoking put your meat in and turn the pan from high to medium temperature. While this side of the meat is getting toasty I turn the broiler on my oven. Cut the buns and butter them. Put the buns on a pan that can go in the oven to toast the buns. Set aside for later. After about 4-5 minutes flip your burgers over. They should have a lovely crust. Now is the time to prep your toppings and stick those buns under the broiler till they are golden. The texture of the toasted bun is a game changer if you never take that extra step.  I like my burgers medium so if I lightly press on the burger the juice should run clear but the patty should not be super firm. Well done you want to cook them for at least 5 minutes on each side and you want the patty to feel firm when pressed. 2 minutes before they finish put your cheese on the burgers. Remove and place on the warm toasty buns you had in the oven. Top with your favorite toppings and enjoy. I had to cut this burger in half to fit it in my mouth.

I prefer to cook my burgers on the grill outside so cannot wait to do that with the upcoming nice weather.

Until next time~
XoXo Emily