Jul 14 2026
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Back Alley Recipe

Inspired by The Back Alley Bar & Restaurant
Time45m
Serves4

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Ingredients

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For the Back Alley Burger

For the Side of Sweet Potato Fries

Method

For the Back Alley Burger

  1. 1

    Prepare the Burger Patties

    In a bowl, combine the ground beef with salt and black pepper. Mix well and divide the mixture into 4 equal portions. Shape each portion into a burger patty.

  2. 2

    Cook the Burger Patties

    Preheat a grill or skillet over medium-high heat. Cook the burger patties for about 4-5 minutes on each side for medium doneness. Add a slice of cheddar cheese on top of each patty during the last minute of cooking to melt.

  3. 3

    Assemble the Burgers

    Toast the burger buns on the grill or in a toaster. Spread ketchup and mustard on the bottom half of each bun. Add lettuce, the cooked burger patty with melted cheese, tomato slices, onion rings, and pickles. Top with the other half of the bun.

For the Side of Sweet Potato Fries

  1. 4

    Prepare the Sweet Potatoes

    Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C). Peel the sweet potatoes and cut them into thin strips resembling fries.

  2. 5

    Season the Sweet Potatoes

    In a large bowl, toss the sweet potato strips with olive oil, paprika, garlic powder, and salt until evenly coated.

  3. 6

    Bake the Sweet Potatoes

    Spread the seasoned sweet potato fries in a single layer on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Bake for 20-25 minutes, flipping halfway through, until they are crispy and golden brown.

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