Jul 17 2026
RestaurantsIron Gate CafeThe Animal Recipe

The Animal Recipe

Inspired by Iron Gate Cafe
Time30m
Serves1

Meadowbrook Farms beef burger, American cheese, animal sauce, lettuce, grilled onion, pickles on a brioche roll with French fries | Add Bacon +$3.00.

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Ingredients

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Burger Ingredients

Method

Cooking Instructions

  1. 1

    Prepare the Beef Patty

    Grill the Meadowbrook Farms beef patty over medium-high heat for about 4-5 minutes on each side, or until it reaches your desired doneness.

  2. 2

    Melt the Cheese

    In the last minute of cooking, place the American cheese slice on top of the beef patty and close the grill lid to melt the cheese.

  3. 3

    Grill the Onions

    While the patty is cooking, slice the onion and grill it until it is caramelized and soft, about 5-7 minutes.

  4. 4

    Prepare the Brioche Roll

    Toast the brioche roll on the grill or in a toaster until golden brown.

  5. 5

    Assemble the Burger

    Spread the animal sauce on the bottom half of the toasted brioche roll. Place the grilled beef patty with melted cheese on top, followed by the grilled onions, lettuce leaves, pickles, and optionally, crispy bacon. Top with the other half of the brioche roll.

  6. 6

    Serve

    Serve the burger with a side of French fries.

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