Prime Burger Recipe
Our signature burger with fresh beef patty, lettuce, tomato, and house sauce.
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Ingredients
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Burger Patty
Burger Assembly
Method
Burger Patty Preparation
- 1
Prepare the Patty Mixture
In a mixing bowl, combine 1 pound of ground beef with 1 tsp of salt, 0.5 tsp of black pepper, and 0.5 tsp of garlic powder. Mix gently until just combined.
- 2
Form the Patties
Divide the meat mixture into two equal portions and shape them into patties, making a slight indentation in the center of each to help them cook evenly.
- 3
Burger Assembly
- 4
Prepare the Vegetables
Wash the leafy lettuce and pat dry. Slice the tomato into thick rounds.
- 5
Toast the Buns
If desired, lightly toast the burger buns on the grill or in a toaster until golden brown.
- 6
Assemble the Burger
On the bottom half of each bun, place a leaf of lettuce, followed by the cooked beef patty, a slice of tomato, and 1 tablespoon of house sauce. Top with the other half of the bun.
- 7
Serve
Serve the burgers immediately with your favorite sides.