Grab a large cast iron skillet and heat it up. When it’s ready, pop in 4 split buttered hamburger buns,-side down, and toast them to a lovely golden-brown in batches if necessary. Once they’re perfectly toasted, place them on plates or a serving platter with the cut side facing up. Enjoy!

Split 1 pound of ground beef into 4 equal parts, and gently shape each piece into a little ball. Give them all a generous sprinkle of kosher salt and black pepper for extra flavor.

Place two meatballs in the skillet, keeping them spaced apart. Grab a non-slotted metal spatula and go to town pressing each meatball as flat as you can. Move the spatula around to make sure you've got them evenly flattened. Let them cook until the bottom turns a lovely brown and you see a bit of grey around the edges. Enjoy the sizzle!

Gently flip the patties, ensuring you scrape up every bit of that delicious crust. Once flipped, top each with a slice of American cheese. Let them cook until the other side is nicely browned and the cheese is wonderfully melted. Place them on the bottom halves of the buns. Repeat the process with the remaining two meatballs. Add your favorite toppings to the burgers and serve right away. Enjoy!