Jul 14 2026
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The “magnum P.i.” Burger Recipe

Inspired by The Burger Dive
Time30m
Serves2

Pepper Jack cheese, fresh guacamole, pico de gallo, jalapeños.

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Ingredients

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Burger Patty

Toppings

Burger Assembly

Method

Burger Patty Preparation

  1. 1

    Prepare the Beef Mixture

    In a mixing bowl, combine the ground beef, salt, black pepper, and garlic powder. Mix until well combined without overworking the meat.

  2. 2

    Shape the Patties

    Divide the beef mixture into two equal portions and shape each portion into a patty, about 3/4 inch thick.

Cooking the Burger

  1. 3

    Cook the Patties

    Preheat a grill or skillet to medium-high heat. Cook the patties for about 4-5 minutes on one side, then flip them.

  2. 4

    Add Cheese

    Place a slice of Pepper Jack cheese on each patty during the last minute of cooking and cover to melt.

Topping Assembly

  1. 5

    Prepare the Buns

    While the patties are cooking, spread butter on the insides of the burger buns and toast them on the grill or skillet until golden brown.

  2. 6

    Assemble the Burger

    On the bottom half of each bun, layer the melted cheeseburger patty, followed by a generous scoop of guacamole, a spoonful of pico de gallo, and a sprinkle of jalapeños. Top with the other half of the bun.

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