Jul 14 2026

Kids Burger Recipe

Time25m
Serves1

¼ lb patty on a brioche bun (add cheese for $1), served with our homemade potato chips (upgrade to fries for $3)

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Ingredients

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Burger

Method

Burger

  1. 1

    Form patty

    Gently shape the 1/4 lb ground beef into a patty about 3.5–4 inches in diameter and about 3/4 inch thick. Make a shallow dimple in the center with your thumb to prevent doming during cooking.

  2. 2

    Season

    Season both sides of the patty with the kosher salt and black pepper just before cooking.

  3. 3

    Cook patty

    Heat a skillet or griddle over medium-high heat until hot. Add a thin smear of butter (about 1/2 tbs) to the pan and place the patty in the skillet. Cook about 3 minutes on the first side without pressing, until a brown crust forms. Flip and cook 2.5–3 minutes more for a medium doneness (adjust time slightly for well-done or rare).

  4. 4

    Add cheese (optional)

    If adding cheese, place the cheddar slice on the patty in the last 30–45 seconds of cooking and cover the pan briefly to melt.

  5. 5

    Toast bun

    While the patty rests for 1–2 minutes after cooking, split the brioche bun and spread a light smear of butter on the cut sides. Toast buttered sides in the skillet for 30–45 seconds until golden.

  6. 6

    Assemble

    On the bottom bun place optional lettuce and tomato if using, add the cooked patty (cheese side up), then spread ketchup and mustard on the top bun. Serve immediately.

Homemade Potato Chips

  1. 7

    Prep potato

    Wash the 1/2 medium russet potato well (peel if desired). Using a mandoline or very sharp knife, slice the potato into very thin slices (about 1.5–2 mm).

  2. 8

    Rinse and soak

    Place the potato slices into a bowl of cold water and swish to remove excess starch. Let soak for 10 minutes, then drain and pat thoroughly dry on paper towels or a clean kitchen towel.

  3. 9

    Heat oil

    In a small heavy-bottomed saucepan or skillet, add about 1 cup neutral oil and heat to 350°F (175°C). If you don't have a thermometer, test by dropping one slice in; it should sizzle immediately and start to bubble.

  4. 10

    Fry chips

    Working in a single layer and not overcrowding, fry the potato slices for 1–2 minutes, stirring occasionally, until golden and crisp. Use a slotted spoon to transfer to a paper towel-lined plate to drain.

  5. 11

    Season

    While still hot, sprinkle the fried chips with fine sea salt. Let cool briefly; they will crisp further as they rest.

  6. 12

    Serve

    Serve the chips alongside the burger. For an upgrade to fries, substitute with 3/4 cup frozen or fresh fries and prepare according to package or fry instructions (not included here).

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