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A cheeseburger with lettuce, tomato, and onion on a white plate, served alongside a bowl of crispy fries and a glass of orange juice. This juicy burger recipe is sure to satisfy your cravings.

Juicy Burgers and Crispy Fries Recipe

A woman in a white shirt standing in front of a bunch of oranges.Emma Clarke
Classic American meal of juicy beef burgers with crispy fries, perfect for a quick and satisfying bite on the road.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Meal Type Lunch, Main Course
Cuisine American
Servings 4
Calories 855 kcal
Difficulty Easy
Ingredient Cost $15
Shopping Cost$27

Equipment

  • Grill or skillet
  • Baking sheet
  • Knife
  • Cutting board
  • Spatula

Ingredients
 
 

  • 1 pound ground beef
  • 4 burger buns
  • 4 slices cheddar cheese
  • 1 large onion sliced
  • 1 large tomato sliced
  • Lettuce leaves
  • 4 large russet potatoes
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Ketchup optional
  • mustard optional

Instructions
 

Prepare the Fries:

  • Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C).
  • Cut the potatoes into thin strips.
    4 large russet potatoes
  • Toss the potato strips with olive oil, salt, and pepper.
    2 tablespoons olive oil, Salt and pepper to taste
  • Spread them out on a baking sheet and bake for 25-30 minutes, turning halfway, until golden and crispy.

Prepare the Burgers:

  • While the fries are baking, divide the ground beef into 4 equal portions and shape them into patties. Season with salt and pepper.
    1 pound ground beef, Salt and pepper to taste
  • Heat a grill or skillet over medium-high heat.
  • Cook the patties for about 4-5 minutes on each side, or until desired doneness. Add cheese slices on top during the last minute of cooking.
    4 slices cheddar cheese

Assemble the Burgers:

  • Toast the burger buns on the grill or skillet.
    4 burger buns
  • Place a lettuce leaf on the bottom half of each bun, followed by a cooked patty with melted cheese, a slice of tomato, and a few onion rings.
    1 large onion, 1 large tomato, Lettuce leaves
  • Add condiments like ketchup and mustard if desired.
    Ketchup, mustard
  • Top with the other half of the bun.

Serve:

  • Serve the burgers with crispy fries on the side.

Notes

Customize the burgers with additional toppings like pickles, bacon, or avocado.
Use sweet potatoes for a healthier fry option.

Nutrition

Calories: 855kcalCarbohydrates: 94gProtein: 36gFat: 38gSaturated Fat: 13gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 17gTrans Fat: 1gCholesterol: 98mgSodium: 422mgPotassium: 2073mgFiber: 7gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 554IUVitamin C: 31mgCalcium: 264mgIron: 7mg
Keyword American Cuisine, Burgers, Comfort Food, Fries, Quick Meal

Ingredient Costs: Cost of Recipe by Ingredient Measurements

Shopping Costs: Cost of Recipe with Brand New Ingredient Purchases

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