The Modest Burger Recipe

Time30m

Serves2

Straight shootin’—just like Izzy. Tri-cut custom ground beef, melty cheddar, fancy sauce, iceberg lettuce, sesame seed bun.

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Ingredients

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1
Prepare the Patties
In a mixing bowl, gently shape the tri-cut ground beef into two equal patties, about 1/2 inch thick. Season both sides with salt and pepper.
2
Cook the Patties
Preheat a grill or skillet over medium-high heat. Cook the patties for about 3-4 minutes on one side, then flip them. Place a slice of cheddar cheese on each patty and cook for an additional 3-4 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and the patties reach the desired doneness.
3
Toast the Buns
While the patties are cooking, cut the sesame seed buns in half and toast them on the grill or in a toaster until golden brown.
4
Assemble the Burgers
Spread 2 tablespoons of fancy sauce on the bottom half of each toasted bun. Place the cooked patties with melted cheddar on top, followed by a generous handful of shredded iceberg lettuce. Top with the other half of the bun.
5
Serve
Serve the burgers immediately with your choice of sides.