Jul 09 2026
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The Uncle Denny Recipe

Inspired by Lachele's Fine Foods
Time30m
Serves1

Smash patty, grilled onion, lettuce, dijon, Duke’s mayo, pepper jelly and American cheese on a sesame bun

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Ingredients

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Burger Patty

Grilled Onion

Toppings

Bun

Method

Burger Patty

  1. 1

    Prepare the Patty

    In a mixing bowl, combine the ground beef, salt, and black pepper. Form the mixture into a patty that is approximately 3/4 inch thick.

  2. 2

    Smash the Patty

    Heat a skillet or griddle over medium-high heat. Place the patty on the skillet and use a spatula to smash it down flat. Cook for about 3-4 minutes on one side until a crust forms. Flip it over.

  3. 3

    Melt the Cheese

    Immediately place the slice of American cheese on top of the patty after flipping. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until the cheese is melted and the patty is cooked through.

Grilled Onion

  1. 4

    Prepare the Onion

    Slice the medium onion into thin rings.

  2. 5

    Grill the Onion

    In a separate pan, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the sliced onions and sauté them for about 10-12 minutes until they are golden brown and caramelized. Stir occasionally to prevent sticking.

Assemble the Burger

  1. 6

    Prepare the Bun

    While the patty and onions are cooking, slice the sesame seed bun in half.

  2. 7

    Add the Condiments

    Spread Dijon mustard and Duke's mayonnaise on the bottom half of the bun.

  3. 8

    Layer the Ingredients

    Add the lettuce leaf on top of the condiments, then place the cooked patty with melted cheese on top of the lettuce.

  4. 9

    Add the Grilled Onions and Pepper Jelly

    Top the patty with the grilled onions and then drizzle the pepper jelly over the onions.

  5. 10

    Complete the Burger

    Place the top half of the sesame seed bun on top to finish assembling the burger.

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