Wendy's Recipe
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Ingredients
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Bun
Beef Patty
Toppings
Method
Bun Preparation
- 1
Make the Dough
In a large mixing bowl, combine warm water, sugar, and yeast. Let it sit for about 5-10 minutes until it becomes frothy.
- 2
- 3
Knead the Dough
Turn the dough out onto a floured surface and knead for about 10 minutes until smooth and elastic.
- 4
Let It Rise
Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover with a damp cloth, and let it rise in a warm place for 1 hour or until doubled in size.
- 5
Shape and Bake
Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Punch down the risen dough, shape it into burger-sized buns, and place them on a baking sheet. Bake for 15-20 minutes until golden brown.
Beef Patty Preparation
- 6
Season the Beef
In a mixing bowl, combine ground beef, salt, and black pepper. Mix until well combined.
- 7
Form Patties
Divide the beef mixture into 4 equal portions and shape them into patties.
- 8
Assembly
- 9
Prepare Toppings
Wash and slice the lettuce, tomato, and pickles.
- 10
Assemble the Burger
Slice the baked buns in half. Layer the bottom half with lettuce, a beef patty, tomato slices, pickles, cheese, and your choice of ketchup, mayonnaise, and mustard. Top with the other half of the bun.