Square Deal Hamburger
Here is how to make a square hamburger, using sliced bread instead of a hamburger bun. This is a juicy, hearty two-fisted burger that will fill you up! This recipe can be used for 3 to 6 burgers, depending on the size you make your hamburger patty.
Here is how to make a square hamburger, using sliced bread instead of a hamburger bun. This is a juicy, hearty two-fisted burger that will fill you up! This recipe can be used for 3 to 6 burgers, depending on the size you make your hamburger patty.
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- ground black pepper
- 1 egg well-beaten
- 1 pound lean ground beef (1 used 8% fat ground beef.)
- 1/2 medium white onion finely chopped
- 1 tablespoon butter or margarine (for sauteing onion)
- 2 slices american cheese for each burger (you may use any type of sliced cheese.)
- 2 tablespoons softened butter (for buttering outsides of bread slices)
- mayonnaise to taste
- 2 slices bread for each burger (you may use whole wheat, white, or rye. i used hearty white bre
- Carbohydrate 6.14775208333333 g
- Cholesterol 108.181333333333 mg
- Fat 26.9575 g
- Fiber 0.519637513160706 g
- Protein 16.7717 g
- Saturated Fat 11.8511970416667 g
- Serving Size 1 1 Serving (120g)
- Sodium 226.820916666667 mg
- Sugar 5.62811457017263 g
- Trans Fat 3.06974258333332 g
- Calories 336 calories
Step-by-step
- In a large mixing bowl, beat one egg.
- Add 1 pound of lean ground beef, 1 teaspoon salt, 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder, and a dash of ground black pepper.
- Use an electric mixer to mix these ingredients until the mixture is fine.
- Separate the ground beef mixture into equally-sized portions (3 portions for this example).
- Form a hamburger patty from one portion, shaping it slightly larger than a bread slice to account for shrinkage during cooking.
- Place 1 tablespoon olive oil in a medium skillet and add the hamburger patty.
- Fry until cooked through and crisp on the outside.
- Meanwhile, spread softened butter on one side of each of two bread slices.
- Toast the buttered side in a skillet.
- While the hamburger is frying, sauté 1/2 finely chopped onion in 1 tablespoon butter until soft and clear.
- Once the hamburger is cooked, spread mayonnaise on each slice of toasted bread.
- Place a slice of American cheese on top of the mayonnaise on each bread slice.
- Top the cheese with the sauteed onion.
- Place the fried hamburger patty on top of the onion on one bread slice.
- Complete the sandwich by placing the other bread slice on top.
- Spread butter on the top slice of bread.
- Place the sandwich in a skillet over low heat, butter-side down, to toast both sides, melt the cheese, and blend the flavors.
- Cut the completed burger sandwich into two halves and serve immediately with seasoned oven-baked fries.
The Square Deal Hamburger: A Satisfying Twist on a Classic
Let's be honest, sometimes you crave a burger so intensely that even the most perfectly crafted bun feels like an unnecessary obstacle. That’s where the genius of the Square Deal Hamburger comes in. Forget the traditional bun; we're embracing the simplicity and satisfying heft of good old-fashioned sliced bread. This recipe isn't just a quick meal; it's a culinary adventure, a delightful departure from the norm, proving that sometimes, the best things come in unexpected shapes.
As a busy professional, I need meals that are both delicious and efficient. This recipe ticks both boxes. The prep work is minimal, the cooking time is manageable, and the result? A burger so satisfying it'll power you through even the busiest workday. I particularly appreciate how customizable this recipe is. You can adjust the size of the patties to suit your appetite (and the number of mouths you need to feed!), choose your favorite type of bread, experiment with different cheeses, and even add your favorite burger toppings. The possibilities are endless!
The beauty of this recipe lies in its versatility. I've used it for everything from a quick weeknight dinner (because honestly, who has time to mess around with hamburger buns on a Tuesday night?) to a casual get-together with friends. The hearty, juicy patties, combined with the crisp, toasted bread and melty cheese, create a flavor explosion that’s impossible to resist. The simple act of assembling the burger is oddly therapeutic—a perfect way to unwind after a long day. And let’s not forget the joy of cutting that perfectly square burger in half, revealing all its delicious layers.
I often find myself experimenting with different additions to enhance the Square Deal Hamburger. Sometimes, I'll add a layer of caramelized onions for extra sweetness, other times, I'll throw in some crispy bacon for added saltiness. The possibilities are truly endless. The simple act of creating a slightly elevated burger is a testament to how creativity can elevate even the most basic meal. The result is both surprising and satisfying.
Beyond the Burger: A Recipe for Life
This recipe, much like life itself, is all about adaptation and resourcefulness. We take simple, everyday ingredients – ground beef, bread, cheese – and transform them into something extraordinary. Sometimes, the best meals come from embracing the unexpected, from finding joy in the simplicity of well-executed ingredients, and from sharing that joy with those we love. It's about finding creative solutions to everyday challenges, just like I’ve done here by using bread instead of buns. This is a recipe that encourages experimentation, a recipe that rewards creativity, and a recipe that tastes absolutely amazing.
So, ditch the bun, embrace the square, and prepare for a burger experience that will redefine your expectations. The Square Deal Hamburger isn't just a meal; it's a statement. It's a testament to the power of simple ingredients, imaginative cooking, and the satisfaction of a perfectly balanced bite.
