Classic Burger Recipe

Inspired by Glenn's Cafe

Time30m

Serves2

Juicy beef patty with lettuce, tomato, and our special sauce.

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Ingredients

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Burger Patty

1 pound Ground beef

1 tsp Celtic sea salt

1/2 tsp black pepper

1/2 tsp Watkins garlic powder

Toppings

2 leaves Lettuce leaves

1 medium Tomato

4 slices Pickles

Special Sauce

2 tbsp Mayonnaise

1 tbsp Ketchup

1 tsp Dijon mustard

1/2 tsp Watkins garlic powder

1/2 tsp Watkins paprika

Burger Assembly

2 buns Burger buns

Method

Prepare the Burger Patty

Mix the Ingredients

In a bowl, combine the ground beef, salt, black pepper, and garlic powder. Mix until well combined.

Form the Patties

Divide the mixture into two equal portions and shape them into patties about 3/4 inch thick.

Cook the Patties

Preheat a grill or skillet over medium-high heat. Cook the patties for about 4-5 minutes on each side or until they reach your desired doneness.

Prepare the Special Sauce

Mix the Sauce Ingredients

In a small bowl, combine mayonnaise, ketchup, Dijon mustard, garlic powder, and paprika. Stir until smooth and well combined.

Assemble the Burger

Prepare the Vegetables

Wash and dry the lettuce leaves. Slice the tomato into thick slices.

Build the Burger

On the bottom half of each burger bun, spread a generous amount of the special sauce. Place a burger patty on top, followed by lettuce, tomato slices, and pickles. Top with the other half of the bun.