Jul 14 2026
RestaurantsThe Rookery CafeButcher’s Burger Recipe

Butcher’s Burger Recipe

Inspired by The Rookery Cafe
Time30m
Serves4

house ground 6 oz. patty, bacon, american cheese, zucchini pickle, bibb lettuce, tomato, onion, burger sauce, potato roll choose tater tots or a simple salad

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Ingredients

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Burger Ingredients

Method

Cooking Directions

  1. 1

    Prepare the Ingredients

    Wash and slice the zucchini, tomato, and onion. Tear off the leaves of the bibb lettuce.

  2. 2

    Make the Patties

    Divide the ground beef into 4 equal portions (about 6 oz each) and shape them into patties. Season with salt and pepper.

  3. 3

    Cook the Bacon

    In a skillet over medium heat, cook the bacon until crispy. Remove and place on paper towels to drain.

  4. 4

    Cook the Patties

    In the same skillet, cook the beef patties for about 4-5 minutes on one side. Flip and cook for another 3-4 minutes. Place a slice of American cheese on each patty during the last minute of cooking to melt.

  5. 5

    Toast the Rolls

    While the patties are cooking, cut the potato rolls in half and toast them lightly on another skillet or in a toaster.

  6. 6

    Assemble the Burgers

    Spread burger sauce on the bottom half of each toasted roll. Add the lettuce, then the burger patty with melted cheese, followed by bacon, zucchini, onion, and tomato. Top with the other half of the roll.

  7. 7

    Serve

    Serve the Butcher's Burger with tater tots or a simple salad on the side.

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