Hearty Burger Recipe

Inspired by The Big Catch at Salt Creek

Time30m

Serves2

A big, juicy burger cooked to perfection.

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Ingredients

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Burger Ingredients

1 pound Ground beef

1 tsp Celtic sea salt

1 tsp black pepper

1 tsp Watkins garlic powder

1 tsp Onion powder

2 slices Cheddar cheese slices

2 pieces Burger buns

2 pieces Lettuce leaves

1 medium Tomato, sliced

4 slices Pickles

to taste Ketchup

to taste Mustard

Method

Cooking Directions

Prepare the Patties

In a bowl, combine the ground beef, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder. Mix gently until just combined.

Shape the Patties

Divide the mixture into two equal portions and shape them into patties, making a slight indentation in the center to prevent puffing during cooking.

Cook the Patties

Heat a grill or skillet over medium-high heat. Cook the patties for about 4-5 minutes on one side. Flip the patties and place a slice of cheddar cheese on each patty. Cook for another 4-5 minutes or until the cheese is melted and the patties reach the desired doneness.

Prepare the Buns

While the patties are cooking, toast the burger buns lightly on the grill or in a toaster until golden brown.

Assemble the Burgers

On the bottom half of each bun, place a lettuce leaf, a cooked patty with cheese, a slice of tomato, and pickles. Add ketchup and mustard to taste, then top with the other half of the bun.

Serve

Serve the hearty burgers immediately with your favorite side.