hamburger: Quick Facts

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Facts

Also Known As	hamburg steak • Vienna steak • Salisbury steak • burger

Photos

Cheeseburger with lettuce, tomato, red onion, and cheddar cheese on a bun, served with French fries and a small cup of dipping sauce on a black plate.

Hamburger with lettuce, tomato, and pickles in a paper wrapper next to a serving of french fries and a small container of dark savory sauce in a takeout box.

A black-and-white photo of Ray Kroc.

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Chef tossing vegetables in a frying pan over a burner (skillet, food).

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