The Ultimate chopped cheese recipe

Ingredients

• 1/2 pound (225 g) lean ground beef (85% lean recommended)
• 1 small yellow onion, finely chopped
• 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
• Salt and black pepper, to taste
• 2 tablespoons (30 ml) vegetable oil or neutral cooking oil
• 4 slices American cheese (or processed cheddar slices)
• 2 hero rolls, sub rolls, or hoagie rolls (about 6–7 inches long)
• Lettuce leaves (iceberg or romaine), shredded
• Tomato slices, about 4 thin slices
• Pickles (optional)
• Ketchup and/or mayonnaise (optional but traditional)