Copycat IN-N-OUT Burgers

Ingredients:

• 1 lb TD Ground Beef or Bison
• 4 Hamburger Buns
• 4 Slices of American or Cheddar Cheese
• 2 TBLS Mayonnaise
• 1 TBLS Relish
• 2 TBLS Ketchup
• 1 tsp Kosher Salt
• 4 Leaves of Lettuce
• 4 Large Slices of Tomato

 

Directions:

• Form the Patties:
  • Divide the ground beef into four equal portions.
  • Shape each portion into a thin patty, about ½ inch thick.
• Prepare the Cooking Surface:
  • Preheat a cast iron pan on your stovetop or grill until it's medium hot.
  • Place the patties onto the grill surface.
  • Sprinkle the patties with salt.
• Cook the Patties:
  • Cook the patties for about 3 minutes on each side.
  • After flipping the patties for the first time, place a slice of cheese on each patty.
  • Cover the cooking surface with a bowl or rounded lid to melt the cheese and ensure the patties are fully cooked.
• Prepare the Burger Spread:
  • While the patties are cooking, whisk together the prepared sauces to make the burger spread.
• Toast the Buns:
  • Remove the patties from the pan after 5-6 minutes of cooking and place them on a plate.
  • Wipe the grill surface clean.
  • Place the buns onto the cooking surface to toast.
  • Toast the buns for about 1 minute, or 30 seconds on each side.
  • Assemble burgers