Buy One Burger Get One 1/2 Off Recipe

Form and season patties

Divide 1 lb of ground chuck into four equal portions (use 0.25 lb per burger). Gently form each portion into a 3/4-inch thick patty about the diameter of the bun. Do not overwork the meat. Press a shallow dimple in the center of each patty with your thumb to prevent doming. Season both sides evenly with kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper.

Cook patties

Heat a heavy skillet or griddle over medium-high heat and add 0.5 tbs neutral oil per burger (or 1–2 tbs for a full batch). When oil shimmers and the pan is hot, place the patties in the pan without crowding. Cook 3–4 minutes on the first side until a brown crust forms. Flip and cook 2–3 more minutes for medium (adjust time +/- for desired doneness). Place a slice of cheddar on each patty during the last 30–60 seconds and cover briefly to melt.

Toast buns

Split the bun and toast cut sides on the hot skillet or a toaster until golden, about 30–60 seconds. This step can be done while patties rest.

Prepare condiments

On the bottom bun spread 1 tbs mayonnaise, 0.5 tbs mustard and 0.5 tbs ketchup, spreading evenly. Layer leaf lettuce, tomato slices (2), red onion rings (3), and dill pickle slices (3).

Assemble burger

Place the cheddar-topped patty on the dressed bottom bun, add any optional add-ins (bacon, avocado) if desired, and finish with the top bun. Press gently to compact and serve immediately.

If adding bacon, cook strips in a skillet over medium heat until crisp, drain on paper towels and add to burger during assembly. For avocado, slice half an avocado and add 3–4 slices to the assembled burger. For fries, cook according to package or recipe instructions and serve alongside the burger.

This recipe yields one standard burger. For the Buy One Burger Get One 1/2 Off promotion, prepare burgers in pairs: make two patties and assemble two burgers per order. When plating, deliver both burgers together with any requested sides. Mark the discounted item for point-of-sale as half price on the second burger.