Classic Burger recipe served on a plate, by Honest Abe's - Downtown
Jul 13 2026
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Classic Burger Recipe

Inspired by Honest Abe's - Downtown
Time30m
Serves2

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Ingredients

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Burger Patty

Burger Assembly

Method

Preparing the Burger Patty

  1. 1

    Mix the Ingredients

    In a bowl, combine the ground beef with salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder. Mix gently until all ingredients are evenly distributed.

  2. 2

    Form the Patties

    Divide the mixture into two equal portions and shape them into round patties, about 1 inch thick. Make a small indentation in the center of each patty to prevent it from puffing up while cooking.

Cooking the Burger Patties

  1. 3

    Preheat the Grill or Skillet

    Heat a grill or skillet over medium-high heat. If using a skillet, add a little oil to prevent sticking.

  2. 4

    Cook the Patties

    Place the patties on the grill or skillet. Cook for 4-5 minutes on one side, then flip and add a slice of cheddar cheese on top. Cook for another 3-4 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and the patties have reached your desired doneness.

Assembling the Burger

  1. 5

    Prepare the Buns

    While the patties are cooking, slice the burger buns in half and toast them lightly on the grill or in a toaster.

  2. 6

    Build the Burger

    On the bottom half of each bun, place a lettuce leaf, followed by the cooked patty with melted cheese, tomato slices, pickles, and your preferred condiments (ketchup and mustard). Top with the other half of the bun.

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