Animal Style Burger

Instructions

1. 1

   Divide the ground beef into two equal portions and form them into patties slightly larger than the buns. Season both sides with salt and pepper.

2. 2

   Preheat a skillet or grill to medium-high heat. Cook the patties for about 3-4 minutes on one side. Flip the patties and immediately place a slice of American cheese on each one. Cook for another 3-4 minutes or until the desired doneness is reached.

3. 3

   While the patties are cooking, slice the tomato and prepare the lettuce leaves. Set aside.

4. 4

   Spread mustard on the top side of each patty and continue to cook for about 30 seconds to sear the mustard into the meat.

5. 5

   Toast the hamburger buns on the skillet or grill until lightly golden.

6. 6

   For the spread sauce, mix equal parts of mayonnaise, ketchup, and relish in a small bowl. Adjust the quantities according to taste.

7. 7

   To assemble the burger, spread a generous amount of the spread sauce on the bottom bun. Add pickles, then the cooked patty with cheese, followed by caramelized onions, tomato slices, and lettuce leaves. Top with the other half of the bun.

8. 8

   Serve the Animal Style Burger immediately while hot and juicy.