Kids'-Menu Burgers

1. 1

   Preheat a grill to medium high.

2. 2

   Prepare the french fries as the label directs; keep warm.

3. 3

   Form the beef into four 6-ounce patties, about 3/4 inch thick; press the center of each patty with your thumb to make a 1/2-inch-deep indentation.

4. 4

   Season the patties on both sides with salt and pepper.

5. 5

   Lightly brush the grill grates with the vegetable oil, then grill the patties, indentation-side up, until marked on the bottom, about 5 minutes.

6. 6

   Flip and cook until marked and slightly firm, about 3 more minutes for medium doneness.

7. 7

   During the last minute of grilling, top each patty with a slice of cheese.

8. 8

   Remove the patties to a plate and let rest 5 minutes.

9. 9

   Grill the buns, cut-side down, until lightly toasted, about 1 minute.

10. 10

    Spread the bun bottoms with ketchup and top with the burger patties and french fries.

11. 11

    Cover with the bun tops.

12. 12

    Photograph by Levi Brown

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.