Classic Burger Recipe
A delicious beef patty with lettuce, tomato, and our special sauce.
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Ingredients
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Burger Patty
Toppings
Special Sauce
Burger Assembly
Method
Burger Patty
- 1
Prepare the Beef Patty
In a mixing bowl, combine the ground beef, salt, black pepper, and garlic powder. Mix gently until just combined.
- 2
Form the Patties
Divide the beef mixture into two equal portions and shape each portion into a patty, about ¾ inch thick.
- 3
Special Sauce
- 4
Make the Special Sauce
In a small bowl, combine mayonnaise, ketchup, Dijon mustard, and Worcestershire sauce. Stir until well blended. Adjust seasoning to taste.
Burger Assembly
- 5
Assemble the Burger
Toast the burger buns lightly on the grill or in a toaster. Spread a generous amount of the special sauce on the bottom bun.
- 6
Add the Toppings
Place the cooked beef patty on top of the sauce, followed by lettuce, tomato slices, and pickles. Top with the other half of the bun.