The Mac Daddy Burger Recipe
Two smash patties, American cheese, secret sauce, onions, pickles, and lettuce on a sesame seed bun.
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Ingredients
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Burger Components
Method
Burger Preparation
- 1
Prepare the Secret Sauce
In a small bowl, mix together mayonnaise, ketchup, mustard, and garlic powder. Adjust seasoning with salt to taste. Set aside.
- 2
Form the Patties
Divide the ground beef into two equal portions and gently form into balls. Do not overwork the meat.
- 3
- 4
Add Cheese
Immediately after flipping, place a slice of American cheese on each patty and cover for about 1 minute until the cheese melts.
- 5
Toast the Buns
While the cheese is melting, slice the sesame seed buns and toast them on the skillet until golden brown.
- 6
Assemble the Burger
Spread the secret sauce on the bottom half of each toasted bun. Place the first patty with melted cheese, followed by onions, pickles, and shredded lettuce. Top with the second patty and finish with the top half of the bun.
- 7
Serve
Serve the Mac Daddy Burger immediately with your favorite sides.