Create-a-burger Recipe
1/4 lb. of fresh hamburger, grilled to your taste & topped with lots of your favorite choices of toppings. Served with your choice of french fries, coleslaw or macaroni salad.
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Ingredients
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Burger Ingredients
Toppings
Sides
Method
Burger Preparation
- 1
Prepare the Patty
Take 1/4 lb. of ground beef and shape it into a patty. Season both sides with salt and black pepper.
- 2
- 3
Add Cheese (Optional)
If you prefer a cheeseburger, add a slice of cheddar cheese on top of the patty during the last minute of grilling to allow it to melt.
Assemble the Burger
- 4
Prepare the Bun
While the patty is grilling, toast the burger buns on the grill or in a toaster until lightly golden.
- 5
Layer the Toppings
On the bottom half of the bun, place a leaf of lettuce, followed by the grilled patty, tomato slices, onion slices, and pickle slices. Top with ketchup, mustard, and mayonnaise as desired.
- 6
Complete the Burger
Place the top half of the bun over the toppings to complete your burger.
Serve with Sides
- 7
Choose Your Side
Select from a serving of either french fries, coleslaw, or macaroni salad to serve alongside your burger.