8hamburger bunsplus extra bottom buns for the middle
1/4cupsoftened unsalted butter
1diced white onion
Dill pickle chips
Shredded iceberg lettuce
#### Patties:
2poundsground beef80/20 ratio
Salt and black pepper to taste
1tablespoonbutterdivided
1tablespoonvegetable oildivided
1/4cupyellow mustard
8slicesAmerican cheese
Instructions
#### Make the Spread:
Combine mayonnaise, pickle relish, ketchup, sugar, and vinegar in a small bowl. Set aside.
#### Prepare the Patties:
Divide the ground beef into 8 portions of about 3.5 ounces each. Gently shape each portion into a patty, seasoning both sides with salt and pepper. Set aside.
#### Toast the Buns:
Spread softened butter on the insides of the buns. Toast them in a pan over medium heat until golden brown.
#### Cook the Patties:
In a skillet over medium-high heat, melt half a tablespoon of butter with half a tablespoon of vegetable oil. Cook the patties for about 2-3 minutes on each side until nicely browned. Spread mustard on one side while cooking. Add cheese slices to half of the patties and let them melt for about a minute. Remove from heat.
#### Assemble the Big Macs:
Layer sauce, lettuce, onion, patty, and cheese on the bottom bun. Top with the middle bun and repeat the layers, adding pickles and the second patty. Finish with the top bun.