If you're looking to recreate a classic McDonald's-style meal at home, here’s a basic guide to making a homemade version of a popular McDonald's meal-like the Big Mac with fries and a drink: Homemade Big Mac: Ingredients: For the Patties: 1 lb ground beef (80/20) Salt and pepper to taste Burger buns (with sesame seeds) American cheese slices Pickle slices Shredded lettuce Finely chopped onions For the Big Mac Sauce: ½ cup mayonnaise 2 tablespoons French dressing (or ketchup) 1 tablespoon sweet pickle relish 1 teaspoon white vinegar 1 teaspoon sugar 1 teaspoon finely minced onion 1 teaspoon mustard Instructions: 1. Make the Sauce: Mix together mayonnaise, French dressing If you're looking to recreate a classic McDonald's-style meal at home, here’s a basic guide to making a homemade version of a popular McDonald's meal-like the Big Mac with fries and a drink: Homemade Big Mac: Ingredients: For the Patties: 1 lb ground beef (80/20) Salt and pepper to taste Burger buns (with sesame seeds) American cheese slices Pickle slices Shredded lettuce Finely chopped onions For the Big Mac Sauce: ½ cup mayonnaise 2 tablespoons French dressing (or ketchup) 1 tablespoon sweet pickle relish 1 teaspoon white vinegar 1 teaspoon sugar 1 teaspoon finely minced onion 1 teaspoon mustard Instructions: 1. Make the Sauce: Mix together mayonnaise, French dressing, pickle relish, vinegar, sugar, minced onion, and mustard. Chill in the fridge. 2. Prepare the Beef Patties: Form small, thin patties from the ground beef (about ¼ lb each). Season with salt and pepper. Cook in a hot pan or grill for 2-3 minutes on each side until browned and cooked through. 3. Assemble the Big Mac: Toast the sesame seed buns. Add a dollop of Big Mac sauce to the bottom bun. Layer with lettuce, onions, cheese, a beef patty, pickles, and the middle bun. Add another dollop of sauce on top of the middle bun, then layer with more lettuce, onions, a second patty, and the top bun. --- Homemade McDonald's-Style Fries: Ingredients: 4 large Russet potatoes Cold water 2-3 tablespoons corn syrup (optional, for that McDonald’s crispy effect) Vegetable oil for frying Salt to taste Instructions: 1. Prepare the Potatoes: Peel and cut the potatoes into thin, uniform fries. Soak the fries in cold water for at least 30 minutes (this helps remove starch). Optionally, mix in corn syrup with the water to help achieve extra crispiness. 2. Fry the Potatoes: Heat oil to about 350°F (180°C) in a deep fryer or heavy pot. Fry the potatoes in batches for about 3-5 minutes until lightly golden, then remove and drain. Let them rest for a few minutes, then fry a second time until crispy and golden brown (about 2-3 more minutes). 3. Season and Serve: Sprinkle with salt immediately after frying and serve hot. --- For the Drink: McDonald's typically serves fountain drinks, so you can pair your meal with a classic soda like Coca-Cola, Sprite, or any drink of your choice. Now you’ve got a homemade McDonald’s meal! Enjoy!
