Jun 09 2026
RestaurantsAnnie's PlaceBunless Burger Recipe

Bunless Burger Recipe

Inspired by Annie's Place
Time30m
Serves2

The bare-essentials! Cheddar cheese sauce, chives, served with Cottage cheese, tomato, celery and carrot sticks. Served medium well on toasted brioche bun, with chips, garnished with lettuce, tomato, onion, and sweet pickle.

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Ingredients

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Cheddar Cheese Sauce

Bunless Burger Components

Method

Cheddar Cheese Sauce Preparation

  1. 1

    Melt Butter

    In a medium saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat.

  2. 2

    Make Roux

    Once melted, add the flour to the pan and whisk continuously for about 1-2 minutes until it forms a roux.

  3. 3

    Add Milk

    Gradually whisk in the milk until the mixture is smooth and begins to thicken.

  4. 4

    Add Cheese and Seasoning

    Add the cheddar cheese, salt, and black pepper. Stir until the cheese is completely melted and the sauce is smooth. Remove from heat and set aside.

Bunless Burger Assembly

  1. 5

    Cook the Beef

    In a skillet, cook the ground beef over medium-high heat, seasoning with salt and pepper. Cook until browned and medium-well, about 6-8 minutes.

  2. 6

    Prepare Vegetables

    While the beef is cooking, chop the tomato, celery, and carrot sticks into serving sizes.

  3. 7

    Toast Brioche Buns

    In another skillet or toaster, lightly toast the brioche buns until golden brown.

  4. 8

    Assemble the Burger

    On the bottom half of each toasted brioche bun, place a portion of cooked beef. Drizzle with cheddar cheese sauce and sprinkle with chopped chives.

  5. 9

    Add Toppings

    Top with lettuce, tomato, onion, and sweet pickle slices. Cover with the top half of the bun.

  6. 10

    Serve with Sides

    Serve the bunless burger with cottage cheese, celery sticks, carrot sticks, and chips on the side.

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