Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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4
servings
1 lb

lean ground beef

0.5 unit

white onion

chopped

1 clove

garlic

minced

0.5 cup

barbecue sauce

0.25 cup

ketchup

1 tsp

Worcestershire sauce

0.5 tsp

salt

0.5 tsp

pepper

4 unit

hamburger buns

4 slice

processed cheddar cheese

2 unit

dill pickles

sliced

Step 1
~3 min

In a large skillet, brown the ground beef with the chopped white onion and minced garlic.

Step 2
~3 min

Drain any excess fat from the skillet.

Step 3
~3 min

Add barbecue sauce, ketchup, Worcestershire sauce, salt, and pepper to the skillet.

Step 4
~3 min

Cook and stir the mixture occasionally for 7 to 10 minutes, allowing the flavors to combine.

Step 5
~3 min

Spoon the meat mixture onto the bottom halves of the hamburger buns.

Step 6
~3 min

Place a slice of processed cheddar cheese on top of the meat.

Step 7
~3 min

Add sliced dill pickles.

Step 8
~3 min

Top with the top half of the bun and serve.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Add a pinch of red pepper flakes for a spicy kick.

Top with a dollop of sour cream or Greek yogurt for added tang.

Use different types of cheese for a variety of flavors.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

10 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

The meat mixture can be made ahead of time and reheated.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Medium
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with potato chips

Serve with coleslaw

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Coleslaw
Potato Salad

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

American

Cultural Significance

Popular comfort food

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Casual gatherings
BBQs

Occasion Tags

weeknight dinner
family gathering

Popularity Score

75/100

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