Classic Burger Recipe
Hand – pattied burger, choice of cheese with lettuce, tomato, onion pickle and mayo
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Ingredients
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Burger Patties
Toppings
Burger Buns
Method
Prepare the Patties
- 1
Mix Ingredients
In a large bowl, combine the ground beef, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder. Mix gently until all seasonings are evenly distributed. Avoid over-mixing.
- 2
Form Patties
Divide the mixture into two equal portions and shape each into a patty about ¾ inch thick, making a slight indentation in the center of each patty to prevent puffing while cooking.
Cook the Patties
- 3
- 4
Assemble the Burger
- 5
Prepare the Buns
While the patties are cooking, slice the burger buns in half and toast them lightly on the grill or in a toaster.
- 6
Layer the Toppings
On the bottom half of each toasted bun, spread 1 tablespoon of mayonnaise. Layer with a leaf of lettuce, a slice of tomato (sliced into rounds), a few slices of onion (thinly sliced), the cooked patty with melted cheese, and 2-3 slices of pickles. Top with the other half of the bun.
