Jul 14 2026
RestaurantsGerard's 1907 TavernClassic American Recipe

Classic American Recipe

Time15m
Serves1

lettuce - tomato - pickle - onion - american cheese - ketchup - mustard - mayo

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Ingredients

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Classic American Burger Ingredients

Method

Preparation Steps

  1. 1

    Prepare the Ingredients

    Wash and dry the lettuce. Slice the tomato and onion into thin rings. Prepare the pickles if not using pre-sliced ones.

  2. 2

    Assemble the Burger

    On a clean surface, place a slice of cheese on the bottom bun. Layer with lettuce, tomato, onion, and pickles.

  3. 3

    Add Condiments

    Spread mayonnaise on the top bun, and add ketchup and mustard according to your taste.

  4. 4

    Finish and Serve

    Place the top bun over the assembled ingredients and gently press down. Cut in half if desired and serve immediately.

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