Drive In recipe served on a plate, by Goldenrod Restaurant
Jul 13 2026
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Drive In Recipe

Inspired by Goldenrod Restaurant
Time30m
Serves2

Make Drive In Recipe in just 30m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.

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Ingredients

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Burger Patty

Burger Assembly

Sides

Method

Burger Patty Preparation

1

Make the Patty Mixture

In a mixing bowl, combine the ground beef, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder. Mix gently until just combined.

2

Form the Patties

Divide the mixture into two equal parts and shape each part into a round patty, about 3/4 inch thick.

Cooking the Burger

3

Preheat the Grill

Preheat your grill or stovetop skillet over medium-high heat.

4

Cook the Patties

Place the patties on the grill or skillet and cook for about 4-5 minutes on each side or until they reach your desired doneness.

5

Add Cheese

In the last minute of cooking, place a slice of cheddar cheese on each patty and cover to melt the cheese.

Burger Assembly

6

Prepare the Buns

Toast the burger buns lightly on the grill or in a toaster.

7

Assemble the Burger

On the bottom half of each bun, place a lettuce leaf, followed by the cheeseburger patty, a slice of tomato, pickles, ketchup, and mustard. Top with the other half of the bun.

Sides Preparation

8

Prepare the French Fries

Fry or bake the french fries according to package instructions until golden and crispy.

9

Season the Fries

Sprinkle salt over the fries to taste.