Beacon Hills Burger Recipe
Choice of white cheddar, pepper jack, Swiss, or American cheese. Served with lettuce, pickle, tomato & onion.
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Ingredients
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Burger Patty
Cheese Options
Burger Toppings
Burger Assembly
Method
Prepare the Burger Patty
- 1
Mix the Patty
In a mixing bowl, combine the ground beef, salt, and black pepper. Mix gently until just combined.
- 2
Form the Patties
Divide the mixture into two equal portions and shape them into burger patties.
Cook the Patties
- 3
- 4
Cook the Patties
Cook the patties for about 3-4 minutes on each side for medium doneness. If using cheese, place desired cheese slice on top of each patty during the last minute of cooking to melt.
Prepare the Toppings
- 5
Prepare Vegetables
While the patties are cooking, prepare the lettuce, tomato, onion, and pickles. Wash and slice as needed.
Assemble the Burger
- 6
Toast the Buns
Optionally, toast the burger buns on the grill or in a toaster until golden brown.
- 7
Layer the Ingredients
On the bottom half of each bun, place a leaf of lettuce, followed by the cooked patty with melted cheese, tomato slices, onion slices, and pickle slices. Add the top half of the bun.
