The Daily Grind Recipe
Hudson & Co's Chef's Pick- The Specialty Burger du Jour
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Ingredients
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Burger Patty
Toppings
Bun
Method
Preparing the Burger Patty
- 1
Mix the Ingredients
In a large bowl, combine the ground beef with salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder. Mix gently with your hands until just combined, being careful not to overwork the meat.
- 2
Form Patties
Divide the mixture into two equal portions and shape each portion into a patty about ¾ inch thick. Make a small indentation in the center of each patty to help them cook evenly.
Cooking the Burger
- 3
- 4
- 5
Add Cheese
In the last minute of cooking, place a slice of cheddar cheese on each patty to melt.
Preparing Toppings
- 6
- 7
Prepare the Vegetables
Wash and dry the lettuce leaves. Slice the tomato into thick slices.
Assembling the Burger
- 8
Toast the Buns
Optionally, toast the burger buns on the grill or in a toaster until golden brown.
- 9
Build the Burger
Spread the special sauce on the bottom half of each bun. On top, layer the lettuce, tomato slices, burger patty with melted cheese, crispy bacon, and pickles. Finish with the top half of the bun.
