Ingredients:
- 4 slices American cheese
- 1 1/2 pounds ground beef (15 to 20 percent fat content)
- 1 1/4 teaspoons kosher salt
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
- 4 (4-inch) hamburger buns
- Sliced pickles, for serving
Instructions:
- Preheat the oven: Arrange a rack in the middle of the oven and heat the oven to 400ºF.
- Prepare the cheese: Stack the American cheese slices, cut in half, and then cut each piece again to create 4 stacks of squares.
- Prepare the beef: In a large bowl, mix the ground beef with kosher salt, garlic powder, Worcestershire sauce, and black pepper until just combined.
- Form the patties: Divide the beef into 8 portions and shape each into a ball. Press 2 portions into 1/4-inch-thick patties, then top one patty with the cheese squares. Place the second patty over the first and pinch the edges together to seal. Shape into a thick patty.
- Cook the patties: Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook the patties without pressing down, until golden brown on both sides, about 4 minutes per side.
- Toast the buns: Split the buns and toast them in the oven for 4-5 minutes until golden brown around the edges.
- Assemble the burgers: Place each patty on the bottom bun, top with sliced pickles, and close with the top bun. Serve immediately.
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