Follow this easy recipe to make a 'copycat' McDonalds Big Mac burger at home l GMA

sesame seed hamburger buns

🥗Healthier: whole wheat buns

💰Cheaper: regular hamburger buns

Whole wheat buns add fiber, while regular buns reduce cost.

beef patties

🥗Healthier: turkey patties

💰Cheaper: ground beef

Turkey patties lower fat content, while ground beef is often less expensive.

American cheese

🥗Healthier: reduced-fat cheese

💰Cheaper: processed cheese slices

Reduced-fat cheese cuts calories, while processed slices are budget-friendly.

Big Mac sauce

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt dressing

💰Cheaper: mayo + ketchup

Greek yogurt dressing is lighter, while mayo and ketchup are cost-effective.

Toast the sesame seed hamburger buns until lightly golden.

Grill the beef patties over medium heat until cooked through, about 4-5 minutes per side.

Place a slice of American cheese on one beef patty and cover until melted, about 1 minute.

Spread Big Mac sauce on the bottom bun.

Add shredded lettuce on top of the sauce.

Place the cheese-topped beef patty on the lettuce.

Layer pickles and onions on the beef patty.

Add the middle bun and repeat layering with sauce, lettuce, pickles, and onions.

Top with the second beef patty and melted cheese.

Finish with the top bun and gently press down to secure.

Serve immediately with fries or a side salad.

Cooking Techniques

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