Hamburger Recipe
Lettuce, tomatoes, pickles & secret sauce on a toasted egg bun.
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Ingredients
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Hamburger Components
Method
Hamburger Instructions
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Prepare and cook the patty
Season the beef patty with 0.5 teaspoon salt and 0.25 teaspoon black pepper. Heat a skillet and add 1 teaspoon cooking oil. Cook the patty for about 3–4 minutes per side for medium, flipping once. Let rest 1–2 minutes after cooking.
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Prep toppings
Rinse and pat dry 2 lettuce leaves. Slice 2 tomatoes into ~1/4 inch rounds. Slice 3 dill pickle spears into thin slices.
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Assemble the burger
Spread 2 tablespoons secret sauce on the inside of the top bun. On the bottom bun, layer the lettuce, followed by tomato slices. Top with the cooked patty and pickle slices.
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Serve
Place the top bun over the stack and serve immediately while warm. Enjoy with a side of fries or a salad if desired.



