Crunchburger (aka the Signature Burger) Recipe

Name: Crunchburger (aka the Signature Burger)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 1/2 pounds ground chuck (80 percent lean) or ground turkey (90 percent lean); Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper; 1 1/2 tablespoons canola oil; 8 slices American cheese, each 1/4 inch thick; 4 potato hamburger buns, split; toasted (see page 15), if desired; 4 slices beefsteak tomato (optional); 4 leaves romaine lettuce (optional); 4 slices red onion (optional); Horseradish Mustard Mayonnaise (page 109), optional; 4 handfuls of potato chips

Servings: persons

1 1/2 pounds ground chuck (80 percent lean) or ground turkey (90 percent lean)
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
1 1/2 tablespoons canola oil
8 slices American cheese, each 1/4 inch thick
4 potato hamburger buns, split; toasted (see page 15), if desired
4 slices beefsteak tomato (optional)
4 leaves romaine lettuce (optional)
4 slices red onion (optional)
Horseradish Mustard Mayonnaise (page 109), optional
4 handfuls of potato chips

1
Divide the meat into 4 equal portions (about 6 ounces each).
2
Form each portion loosely into a 3/4-inch-thick burger and make a deep depression in the center with your thumb.
3
Season both sides of each burger with salt and pepper.
4
Cook the burgers, using the oil (see page 16) and topping each one with 2 slices of cheese and a basting cover during the last minute of cooking (see page 21).
5
Place the burgers on the bun bottoms and, if desired, top with tomato, lettuce, onion, and a dollop of horseradish mustard mayonnaise.
6
Pile on the potato chips, top with the bun tops, and serve immediately.

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 1/2 pounds ground chuck (80 percent lean) or ground turkey (90 percent lean), Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper, 1 1/2 tablespoons canola oil, 8 slices American cheese, each 1/4 inch thick, and more.

Yes, Crunchburger (aka the Signature Burger) falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Crunchburger (aka the Signature Burger)

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