Big Mac Recipe

Name: Big Mac
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 25 min
Yield: 2 Big Macs
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 1 pound ground beef (80/20); Salt and pepper to taste; 4 slices American cheese; 2 sesame seed hamburger buns; 1 cup shredded iceberg lettuce; 1/4 cup diced white onion; 8 dill pickle slices; 1/2 cup Big Mac sauce (see below); For Big Mac sauce: 1/2 cup mayonnaise; 2 tablespoons French dressing; 1 tablespoon sweet pickle relish; 1 teaspoon white vinegar; 1 teaspoon sugar; 1 teaspoon paprika

American · Main course · 25 min total

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Recreate the iconic McDonald's Big Mac at home with this easy recipe featuring two all-beef patties, special sauce, lettuce, cheese, pickles, and onions on a sesame seed bun.

15
min prep

10
min cook

2
servings

840
kcal/serving

Ingredients

1 pound ground beef (80/20)
Salt and pepper to taste
4 slices American cheese
2 sesame seed hamburger buns
1 cup shredded iceberg lettuce
1/4 cup diced white onion
8 dill pickle slices
1/2 cup Big Mac sauce (see below)
For Big Mac sauce: 1/2 cup mayonnaise
2 tablespoons French dressing
1 tablespoon sweet pickle relish
1 teaspoon white vinegar
1 teaspoon sugar
1 teaspoon paprika

Instructions

Make the Big Mac sauce: In a small bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, French dressing, sweet pickle relish, white vinegar, sugar, and paprika. Cover and refrigerate until ready to use.
Divide ground beef into 4 equal portions (about 4 ounces each) and shape into thin patties slightly larger than the buns. Season generously with salt and pepper.
Heat a large skillet or griddle over medium-high heat. Cook patties for 3-4 minutes per side, until browned and cooked through. In the last minute, top each patty with a slice of cheese and cover to melt.
Toast the buns: Split each bun into three layers (top, middle, bottom). Toast cut sides in the skillet or under a broiler until golden.
Assemble the Big Mac: On the bottom bun, spread 1 tablespoon of sauce. Add 1/4 cup shredded lettuce, 2 pickle slices, and 1 tablespoon diced onion. Place one cheese-topped patty on top.
Add the middle bun layer and press down gently. Spread another tablespoon of sauce on the middle bun. Add another 1/4 cup lettuce, 2 pickle slices, 1 tablespoon onion, and the second cheese-topped patty.
Top with the top bun. Repeat for the second burger. Serve immediately.

Tips

For extra flavor, season the patties with a pinch of onion powder and garlic powder.
To keep the burgers juicy, don't overcook the patties; aim for an internal temperature of 160°F.
The special sauce can be made ahead and stored in the refrigerator for up to a week.

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