Guido Burger Recipe

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1. 1

   Season patty

   Season the beef patty with salt and pepper on both sides.

2. 2

   Preheat cooking surface

   Heat a grill, grill pan, or skillet over medium-high heat and lightly oil the surface with the cooking oil.

3. 3

   Toasting the bun

   Split the hamburger bun and spread butter on the cut sides. Toast in a skillet or on the grill until golden and fragrant.

4. 4

   Cook the patty

   Cook the patty on the hot surface for about 3-4 minutes per side for medium, adjusting to desired doneness. Avoid pressing down on the patty.

5. 5

   Melt cheese

   During the last minute of cooking, place Swiss cheese slices on the patty and cover briefly to melt.

6. 6

   Warm pastrami

   Warm the pastrami slices in a pan or on the grill for 1-2 minutes until heated through.

7. 7

   Caramelize onions

   In a small skillet, cook sliced yellow onion with a touch of oil over medium-low heat, stirring occasionally until deeply browned and sweet (about 8-10 minutes).

8. 8

   Prepare condiments on bun

   Spread ketchup on the bottom bun and spicy brown mustard on the top bun.

9. 9

   Assemble Guido Burger

   Layer the bottom bun with the cheese-melted patty, top with warm pastrami, then add caramelized onions and pickle slices. Cap with the top bun.

10. 10

    Serve

    Serve immediately. Optional: pair with fries or a pickle spear on the side.