Big Bertha is a classic American burger that is simple to make and full of flavor. This recipe features a juicy beef patty topped with melted cheese, fresh vegetables, and a tangy special sauce. Served on a toasted bun, this burger is perfect for a casual backyard barbecue or a weekend family dinner. With a total preparation time of just 30 minutes, Big Bertha is a crowd-pleasing favorite that everyone will love.
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground beef
- 4 burger buns
- 4 slices of cheese (e.g. cheddar or American)
- 4 lettuce leaves
- 4 tomato slices
- 1 onion, sliced
- 4 tablespoons mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons ketchup
- 1 tablespoon yellow mustard
- 1 teaspoon sweet pickle relish
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Directions
- Preheat the grill or a skillet over medium-high heat.
- In a bowl, season the ground beef with salt and black pepper.
- Divide the beef into four equal portions and shape each portion into a patty.
- Place the patties on the hot grill or skillet and cook for about 4-5 minutes per side, or until desired doneness.
- While the patties are cooking, prepare the special sauce by combining mayonnaise, ketchup, mustard, and sweet pickle relish in a small bowl. Mix well.
- Once the patties are cooked, place a slice of cheese on top of each patty and allow it to melt slightly.
- Assemble the burgers by spreading the special sauce on the bottom half of each bun.
- Top with a cooked patty, lettuce leaf, tomato slice, and sliced onion.
- Close the burger with the top half of the bun.
- Serve immediately and enjoy!
