Tavern Classic Burger Recipe
Beef patty with lettuce, tomato, raw onion & special sauce
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Ingredients
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Burger Patty
Burger Assembly
Method
Prepare the Burger Patty
- 1
Mix the Patty Ingredients
In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground beef, salt, black pepper, and garlic powder. Mix gently until just combined; avoid overmixing.
- 2
Shape the Patties
Divide the mixture into two equal portions and shape each portion into a patty, about 3/4 inch thick. Make a small indentation in the center of each patty to prevent puffing during cooking.
- 3
Assemble the Burger
- 4
Prepare the Vegetables
Wash the lettuce leaves and pat them dry. Slice the tomato into thick rounds and the raw onion into thin rings.
- 5
Toast the Buns
If desired, slice the burger buns in half and toast them on the grill or in a toaster until golden brown.
- 6
Build the Burger
On the bottom half of each toasted bun, place a lettuce leaf, followed by the cooked beef patty. Top with tomato slices, raw onion rings, and 2 tablespoons of special sauce. Finally, place the top half of the bun over the assembled burger.