This Is Montreal's Best Burger Shack — Dining on a Dime

ground beef

🥗Healthier: ground turkey

💰Cheaper: ground pork

Ground turkey is leaner, while ground pork is often less expensive.

cheddar cheese

🥗Healthier: reduced-fat cheese

💰Cheaper: processed cheese

Reduced-fat cheese lowers calories, while processed cheese can be cheaper.

smoked meat

🥗Healthier: smoked tofu

💰Cheaper: regular deli meat

Smoked tofu offers a vegetarian option, while deli meat is often more affordable.

burger buns

🥗Healthier: whole grain buns

💰Cheaper: white bread

Whole grain buns add fiber, while white bread can be a budget-friendly alternative.

Prepare the grill or skillet over medium-high heat.

Form ground beef into patties, season with pepper and garlic.

Cook patties on the grill for 4-5 minutes per side until desired doneness.

Place cheddar cheese on patties during the last minute of cooking to melt.

Toast burger buns on the grill until golden brown, about 1-2 minutes.

Spread mayonnaise on the bottom bun and mustard on the top bun.

Layer lettuce, tomato, and onion on the bottom bun.

Add the cooked patty with melted cheese on top of the veggies.

Top with pickles and smoked meat if using.

Close the burger with the top bun and serve immediately.

Cooking Techniques

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