Big Mac facts for kids
The Big Mac is a famous sandwich sold at the fast food restaurant McDonald's. It's known for its unique taste and special ingredients. This popular burger has been a favorite for many years around the world.
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What's in a Big Mac?
A Big Mac has about 550 calories. It is made with two tasty beef patties. It also includes a special sauce called Mac Sauce.
Other ingredients are dehydrated onions, shredded lettuce, and sliced pickles. A slice of cheese adds to the flavor.
One special thing about the Big Mac is its middle slice of bread. This extra bun helps keep all the ingredients in place. It also stops spills, making it easier to eat.
How the Big Mac Was Created
The Big Mac was invented by a man named Jim Delligatti. He owned several McDonald's restaurants in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Jim was one of the first people to open a McDonald's restaurant with Ray Kroc.
Jim Delligatti created the Big Mac to compete with another popular sandwich. People loved the Big Mac so much that McDonald's started selling it everywhere in 1967.
The Big Mac Index
Did you know the Big Mac is also used for something called the Big Mac Index? This is a fun way to compare how much things cost in different countries. It measures how much a Big Mac costs in various foreign currencies.
Images for kids
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A classic Big Mac
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Big Mac button worn by Canadian crew members during the 1975 campaign
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The Big Mac Museum in 2014
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A Chicken Maharaja Mac in India
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A Grand Big Mac (left) and Mac Jr. (right) alongside a regular Big Mac (center), released for a limited time in the UK as part of the 50th anniversary of the burger.
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Big Mac, purchased in Canberra, Australia
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A Big Mac combo meal
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A Grand Big Mac
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See also
In Spanish: Big Mac para niños
