Jul 14 2026

Downtowner Recipe

Time50m
Serves1

Half-pound burger served with sweet potato fries. Lettuce, tomato & choice of cheese

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Ingredients

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Burger Ingredients

Sweet Potato Fries Ingredients

Method

Burger Directions

  1. 1

    Prepare the Patties

    In a mixing bowl, combine the ground beef, salt, and black pepper. Form the mixture into a patty about 1 inch thick.

  2. 2

    Cook the Burger

    Heat a grill or skillet over medium-high heat. Cook the patty for about 4-5 minutes on each side, or until it reaches your desired doneness.

  3. 3

    Add Cheese

    In the last minute of cooking, place a slice of cheese on top of the patty and cover to allow it to melt.

  4. 4

    Toast the Buns

    While the burger is cooking, toast the burger bun on the grill or in a toaster until lightly golden.

  5. 5

    Assemble the Burger

    Place the lettuce leaf on the bottom half of the toasted bun, followed by the cooked burger patty with melted cheese, and top with tomato slice. Close with the top half of the bun.

Sweet Potato Fries Directions

  1. 6

    Prepare the Sweet Potatoes

    Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Peel and cut the sweet potatoes into thin fries, about 1/4 inch thick.

  2. 7

    Season the Fries

    In a large bowl, toss the sweet potato fries with olive oil, salt, paprika, and garlic powder until evenly coated.

  3. 8

    Bake the Fries

    Spread the seasoned fries in a single layer on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Bake for 25-30 minutes, flipping halfway through, until they are crispy and golden.

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