Jul 17 2026
RestaurantsCrafted The Art of the TacoCrafted Classic Recipe

Crafted Classic Recipe

Time30m
Serves2

Beef burger topped with American cheese, sliced onion, tomato, lettuce, pickles, and house sauce. Add bacon 1.00.

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Ingredients

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Burger Ingredients

Method

Cooking Instructions

  1. 1

    Prepare the Burger Patty

    In a bowl, combine ground beef with salt and pepper. Mix gently and form into two equal patties.

  2. 2

    Cook the Bacon

    In a skillet over medium heat, cook bacon until crispy. Remove and set aside.

  3. 3

    Cook the Burger Patties

    In the same skillet, add the burger patties and cook for about 4-5 minutes on each side for medium doneness. In the last minute of cooking, place a slice of American cheese on each patty to melt.

  4. 4

    Prepare the Toppings

    While the burgers are cooking, slice the onion and tomato. Prepare the lettuce and pickles.

  5. 5

    Assemble the Burger

    On the bottom half of the burger bun, spread house sauce, then place the burger patty with melted cheese, followed by bacon (if using), onion, tomato, lettuce, and pickles. Top with the other half of the bun.

  6. 6

    Serve

    Serve immediately and enjoy your Crafted Classic burger!

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