Ingredients
Secret Sauce:
⅓ cup + 1 tbsp mayonnaise (regular or light)
2 tbsp sweet pickle relish, finely chopped
½ tbsp yellow mustard
¼ tsp garlic powder
¼ tsp onion powder
Filling:
1 lb (450g) ground beef (90% lean or your preference)
½ yellow onion, finely chopped
⅓ cup of the secret sauce
2 slices of American cheese
2 tsp Worcestershire sauce
¼ tsp kosher salt (adjust to taste)
¼ tsp black pepper
Sandwich:
4 sesame seed buns
Lettuce leaves
4 slices of American cheese
Dill pickle slices (optional)
Finely chopped onions (optional)
Instructions
Prepare the Secret Sauce:
1. Mix all the secret sauce ingredients in a small bowl until well combined. Set aside.
Toast the Buns:
1. Toast the sesame seed buns in a toaster or skillet until golden brown.
Cook the Filling:
1. Heat a large skillet over medium heat and add the ground beef and chopped onion.
2. Cook, stirring, until the beef is fully browned and cooked through.
3. Drain any excess fat if necessary.
4. Add ⅓ cup of the secret sauce, American cheese slices, Worcestershire sauce, salt, and pepper.
5. Stir until the cheese melts and the mixture becomes creamy and well-coated.
Assemble the Sandwich:
1. Place a lettuce leaf on the bottom half of the toasted bun.
2. Add a slice of American cheese, then spoon ¼ of the filling onto the bun.
3. Top with pickle slices and chopped onions (if using), and drizzle a little more secret sauce on top.
4. Cover with the top half of the bun.
Serve:
Serve the sandwich warm with a side of fries, potato chips, or coleslaw.
Additional Tips:
For extra flavor: Add a pinch of red pepper flakes or a drizzle of sriracha sauce.
Make ahead: The filling can be prepared ahead of time and stored in the fridge, then reheated and assembled when ready to serve.
Storage: The filling can be refrigerated for up to 3 days or frozen for up to 3 months.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
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