Build Your Own Burger Recipe
Start with the 8 oz patty. Add lettuce, tomato, onion, pickles, mayo, BBQ sauce, Thousand Island dressing or cajun spice. $1 Add Ons: American, Swiss or Cheddar cheese. Bleu cheese crumbles, caramelized onions, jalapenos, cherry peppers or mushrooms.
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Ingredients
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Burger Patty
Toppings
Cheese Add-Ons
Burger Assembly
Method
Preparing the Patty
- 1
Forming the Patty
In a mixing bowl, take 1 pound of ground beef and gently form it into two equal 8 oz patties. Make a slight indentation in the center of each patty to prevent it from puffing up while cooking.
- 2
Preparing Toppings
- 3
Chopping Vegetables
Wash and dry the lettuce, then chop it into bite-sized pieces. Slice the tomato and onion into thin rings. Prepare pickles by slicing them into rounds if they aren’t pre-sliced.
- 4
- 5
Preparing Cheese and Spices
If using, slice the cheeses into pieces. Prepare jalapenos, cherry peppers, and mushrooms according to your preference (slicing, sautéing, etc.).
Assembling the Burger
- 6
Building the Burger
Slice the burger buns in half. On the bottom half, spread mayonnaise, BBQ sauce, or Thousand Island dressing as desired. Place the cooked patty on top, followed by lettuce, tomato, onion, and pickles.
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- 8
Finishing Touch
Top with the other half of the bun and serve with your favorite side, such as fries or a salad.