My Ultimate Cheeseburger Recipe

Name: My Ultimate Cheeseburger
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/2 lb ground beef; 1/2 lb Italian sausage, hot preferred; 1 egg; 1/4 cup corn, flake crumbs; 1/4 cup barbecue sauce, divided use; 2 tablespoons barbecue sauce, divided use; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 1 teaspoon white pepper; 4 slices swiss cheese; 4 slices white onions; 4 slices tomatoes; 8 leaves baby arugula; 4 hamburger buns; 1/2 cup mayonnaise; 1/2 teaspoon dried basil

Servings: persons

1/2 lb ground beef
1/2 lb Italian sausage, hot preferred
1 egg
1/4 cup corn, flake crumbs
1/4 cup barbecue sauce, divided use
2 tablespoons barbecue sauce, divided use
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon white pepper
4 slices swiss cheese
4 slices white onions
4 slices tomatoes
8 leaves baby arugula
4 hamburger buns
1/2 cup mayonnaise
1/2 teaspoon dried basil

1
Heat outdoor grill to med-high heat. You can also use a George Foreman grill or cook the burgers as you normally do.
2
Lightly oil grate, if using.
3
In a large bowl, beat egg. Mix hamburger, sausage, cornflake crumbs, 2 Tblsp. BBQ sauce, salt, and pepper until just combined. Divide into 4 portions and shape into patties. Set aside.
4
Mix 1/2 cup mayonnaise, 1/4 cup BBQ sauce, and 1/2 teaspoons dried basil in a small bowl and set aside.
5
Cook burgers 3-4 minutes on each side (or until done to your liking). Put cheese on burgers and melt, if desired.
6
Lightly toast buns on grill or under broiler. Spread an even layer of sauce on both sides of buns, top with burger patty, sliced onion, sliced tomato, and 2 leaves of baby arugula. Cover with top bun. Serve with a slice of dill pickle and fries or potato chips, and enjoy!

698

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Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/2 lb ground beef, 1/2 lb Italian sausage, hot preferred, 1 egg, 1/4 cup corn, flake crumbs, and more.

Yes, My Ultimate Cheeseburger falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

My Ultimate Cheeseburger

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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