cheeseburger

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A cheeseburger is a hamburger topped with a slice of cheese. The term "hamburger" itself can refer to a ground beef patty, a sandwich made with this patty and a bun, or ground beef used in various dishes. Hamburgers likely originated with 19th-century German immigrants to the United States and have become an iconic American food.12

Cheeseburgers are a popular variation, typically served on a bun with condiments like mustard, mayonnaise, and ketchup, and garnishes such as lettuce, onion, tomato, and pickles. The patty itself may be seasoned or augmented with onions and spices, and commercial hamburger meat is regulated for fat content. The first known use of the term "cheeseburger" dates back to 1928.21

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