Jul 17 2026
RestaurantsThe Paddle TrapClassic Style Burger Recipe

Classic Style Burger Recipe

Inspired by The Paddle Trap
Time20m
Serves1

1/3 lb patty, pickled tomato, lettuce, American cheese

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Ingredients

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Burger Ingredients

Method

Cooking Directions

  1. 1

    Prepare the Patty

    In a bowl, season the ground beef with salt and black pepper. Form it into a patty about 3/4-inch thick.

  2. 2

    Cook the Patty

    Heat the cooking oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Once hot, add the patty and cook for about 4-5 minutes on one side. Flip the patty, add the American cheese on top, and cook for an additional 3-4 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and the patty reaches your desired doneness.

  3. 3

    Prepare the Bun

    While the patty is cooking, toast the burger bun lightly on another skillet or in a toaster.

  4. 4

    Assemble the Burger

    On the bottom half of the toasted bun, place the lettuce leaf, followed by the cooked patty with melted cheese, and top it off with pickled tomato slices. Finally, place the top half of the bun on the burger.

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