All American Burger Recipe
Handcrafted burger served on a brioche bun with cheese, lettuce, tomato, pickles, & mayo
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Ingredients
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Burger Patties
Toppings
Bun
Method
Preparing the Burger Patties
- 1
Mix the Ingredients
In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground beef, salt, black pepper, and garlic powder. Mix gently with your hands until just combined.
- 2
Form the Patties
Divide the meat mixture into two equal portions and shape them into patties, making a slight indentation in the center of each to prevent them from puffing up while cooking.
Cooking the Patties
- 3
- 4
- 5
Add Cheese
After flipping, place a slice of cheddar cheese on each patty. Cook for an additional 3-4 minutes until the cheese is melted and the patties are cooked to your desired doneness.
Assembling the Burger
- 6
Prepare the Buns and Toppings
While the patties are cooking, slice the tomato and wash the lettuce leaves. Toast the brioche buns lightly if desired.
- 7
Build the Burger
On the bottom half of each brioche bun, spread 1 tablespoon of mayonnaise. Add a lettuce leaf, a slice of tomato, and 2 slices of pickles. Place the cooked patty with melted cheese on top, then cover with the top half of the bun.
