Cheeseburger with Egg
A juicy beef patty topped with melted cheese and a fried egg, served on a toasted sesame bun with lettuce, tomato, and a side of fries. This quick and satisfying burger is perfect for a weeknight dinner or a hearty breakfast.
- Total time
- 20 min
- Servings
- 2
- Calories
- 550
- Protein
- 35g
Ingredients
- 2 sesame seed buns
- ½ lb ground beef
- 2 slices sliced cheese
- 2 eggs
- 2 leaves lettuce
- 1 tomato
Instructions
- 1
Divide the 0.5 lb ground beef into 2 patties, season with salt and pepper, and cook in a skillet over medium-high heat until browned and cooked through, about 4 minutes per side.
- 2
Place 1 slice of cheese on each patty during the last minute of cooking, then remove and set aside.
- 3
In the same skillet, fry the 2 eggs sunny-side up until the whites are set and the yolks are still runny, about 2-3 minutes.
- 4
Toast the 2 buns in the skillet until golden, about 1 minute.
- 5
Assemble each burger with lettuce, tomato, the cheesy patty, and a fried egg. Serve with fries if desired.
Tools you’ll need
- skillet
- spatula
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