Instructions

1. In a large bowl, mix the ground beef with salt and pepper. Form the mixture into two equal patties.
2. Heat a frying pan or grill over medium-high heat.
3. Cook the patties for about 3-4 minutes on one side, then flip them.
4. Place a slice of cheese on each patty after flipping and cook for an additional 3-4 minutes, or until the cheese melts and the meat is cooked to your liking.
5. Toast the burger buns in the same pan for 1-2 minutes until golden brown.
6. Assemble the burgers by placing the cooked patty with cheese on the bottom half of each bun, topped with lettuce, tomato, and pickles if desired.
7. Add ketchup, mustard, or mayonnaise as preferred, then cover with the top half of the bun.
8. Serve immediately.