Jul 14 2026
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Classic Burger Recipe

Inspired by Druff's
Time30m
Serves2

A juicy beef patty with lettuce, tomato, and secret sauce.

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Ingredients

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Burger Patty

Toppings

Secret Sauce

Method

Prepare the Burger Patty

  1. 1

    Mix the Ingredients

    In a large bowl, combine the ground beef, salt, black pepper, and garlic powder. Mix with your hands until just combined, being careful not to overwork the meat.

  2. 2

    Shape the Patties

    Divide the mixture into two equal portions and shape each portion into a patty, about ¾ inch thick. Make a slight indentation in the center of each patty to ensure even cooking.

Cook the Patties

  1. 3

    Preheat the Grill

    Preheat your grill or skillet over medium-high heat for about 5 minutes.

  2. 4

    Cook the Patties

    Place the patties on the grill or skillet and cook for about 4-5 minutes on one side. Flip and cook for another 4-5 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 160°F (70°C) for medium doneness.

Prepare the Secret Sauce

  1. 5

    Mix the Sauce Ingredients

    In a small bowl, combine the mayonnaise, ketchup, Dijon mustard, and diced pickles. Stir until smooth and well mixed.

Assemble the Burger

  1. 6

    Prepare the Toppings

    Wash the lettuce leaves and slice the tomato into thick rounds.

  2. 7

    Build the Burger

    Spread a generous amount of the secret sauce on the bottom half of each burger bun. Place the cooked patty on top, followed by the lettuce and tomato slices. Top with the other half of the bun.

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