Classic American Burger

A Blackstone griddle recipe for Classic American Burger.

AmericanChickenEasy45 minBy Northstar

Ingredients

Servings
4
  • 2 lbs. ground beef, at least 20% fat
  • kosher salt
  • black pepper
  • tomato, sliced
  • 1 yellow or red onion, sliced
  • 1 head iceberg lettuce, cut into flats
  • thick pieces of American or medium cheddar cheese
  • seeded buns or potato buns, toasted

Instructions

  1. 1

    Divide the ground beef into 6 equals loosely formed balls. Press the balls on a flat surface to make patties. Do not over work them.

  2. 2

    Generously season the patties with salt and black pepper.

  3. 3

    Heat your griddle to medium-high heat.

  4. 4

    Place the patties on the griddle and press down to ensure that the surface makes contact. Cook for three to four minutes.

  5. 5

    Flip the patties and top with cheese. Cook an additional three to four minutes. The cheese should melt by then.

  6. 6

    Remove the burgers from the griddle and place them on the buns.

  7. 7

    Top with lettuce, tomato, and onion, as well as your favorite condiments.

Tags

americanblackstone-griddle