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Ingredients
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For the Sloppy Sauce
For the House-Made Pickles
For the Burger
Method
For the Sloppy Sauce
- 1
Cook the Beef
In a large skillet over medium heat, brown the ground beef until fully cooked. Drain excess fat.
- 2
- 3
Make the Sauce
Stir in ketchup, mustard, Worcestershire sauce, brown sugar, salt, and black pepper. Simmer for 10 minutes.
For the House-Made Pickles
- 4
Prepare the Brine
In a saucepan, combine white vinegar, water, sugar, salt, dill weed, and smashed garlic cloves. Bring to a boil.
- 5
Pickle the Cucumbers
Pour the hot brine over the sliced cucumbers in a jar. Allow to cool, then refrigerate for at least 2 hours before serving.
For the Burger Assembly
- 6
Assemble the Burger
Toast the hamburger buns. Place a scoop of sloppy sauce on the bottom half, add a slice of cheddar cheese, and top with house-made pickles. Cover with the top half of the bun.