Cheese Burger
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The Cheese Burger is a classic American dish made with a seasoned beef patty topped with melted cheese. It offers a satisfying balance of protein and flavor, making it a popular choice among diverse populations.
This Cheese Burger is served in various meal programs across New York City, including school meals, senior nutrition, shelter feeding, catering, and the Child and Adult Care Food Program (CACFP).
Popular Home Recipes for Cheese Burger
Example recipe — not from the Healthy Heart kitchen. This is a popular home-style version of Cheese Burger shown for general reference. It does not reflect the ingredients, preparation, or allergens in meals prepared by Healthy Heart Food Service.
Savor the classic American cheese burger with juicy, seasoned beef patties and melted cheese, perfect for a family dinner or casual gathering.
Ingredients
- •1 lb ground beef
- •1 tsp salt
- •1/2 tsp black pepper
- •4 slices cheddar cheese
- •4 hamburger buns
- •1 tbsp olive oil
- •4 leaves lettuce
- •1 tomato, sliced
- •1 onion, sliced
- •4 tbsp ketchup
- •4 tbsp mustard
Instructions
- 1Preheat a grill or skillet over medium-high heat.
- 2In a bowl, mix ground beef with salt and black pepper.
- 3Divide the beef into 4 equal portions and shape into patties.
- 4Brush olive oil on the grill or skillet, then cook the patties for about 4-5 minutes on each side, until desired doneness.
- 5Place a slice of cheddar cheese on each patty during the last minute of cooking to melt.
- 6Toast the hamburger buns on the grill or skillet until golden brown.
- 7Assemble the burgers by placing a patty on each bun, topping with lettuce, tomato, onion, ketchup, and mustard.
Chef Tips
- Use ground chuck for a juicier patty.
- Add pickles for extra tanginess.
- Store leftover patties in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
Example home recipe for reference only — not used by Healthy Heart Food Service. For ingredient and allergen information about meals we serve, contact us.
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About This Item
This menu item is part of meal programs operated by Healthy Heart Food Service, serving schools, childcare centers, senior programs, shelters, and catering clients across New York City, Brooklyn, the Bronx, Queens, Manhattan, and Staten Island. Nutrition information is sourced from the USDA FoodData Central database and reviewed by our registered dietician. Actual values may vary based on preparation methods and serving size. For questions about our meal programs, contact us.