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McDonald's inspired
Quarter Pounder with Cheese
Homemade recreation25–35 minEasyServes 4
See the recognizable build, then make a similar version using easy-to-find grocery ingredients.
What’s on the restaurant item?
beef pattysesame bunamerican cheesepicklesonionketchupmustard
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How to make a similar version
1
Divide the beef into loose patties slightly wider than the buns; season both sides with salt and pepper.
2
Heat a cast-iron skillet or griddle over medium-high. Cook patties until browned and safely cooked, adding cheese during the final minute when used.
3
Toast the cut sides of the buns until lightly golden.
4
Spread sauces on the buns, then layer the patty with pickles, onion, lettuce and tomato in the order shown in the ingredient list.
5
Serve immediately while the burger is hot and the vegetables are crisp.
Closer-match tip
Use a hot flat griddle and avoid pressing the patty after the initial sear; toast the bun with a little butter for a more restaurant-like finish.
Use a hot flat griddle and avoid pressing the patty after the initial sear; toast the bun with a little butter for a more restaurant-like finish.
Build the ingredient list
· estimated remaining basket $16.32*
4
Beef Patty1 package · Search: ground beef
~$4.98Sesame Bun1 package · Search: sesame bun
~$2.48American Cheese1 package · Search: american cheese
~$2.48Pickles1 package · Search: pickles
~$2.24Onion1 package · Search: yellow onion
~$0.88Ketchup1 package · Search: ketchup
~$1.98Mustard1 package · Search: mustard
~$1.28*Package-price estimates are illustrative and vary by location, brand, size and availability. CraveCart may earn a commission from qualifying purchases made through retailer links, at no additional cost to you.
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