McDonald's Is Upgrading Its Burgers

Soft toasted buns, flawlessly melted cheese, and caramelized shallots placed directly on seared beef patties

These enticing descriptors may sound like they pertain to mouthwatering burgers served by a fine dining establishment

but they actually describe the future of burgers at McDonald's, the industry leader in fast food.

The company has just announced that it intends to implement a number of significant enhancements to its signature sandwiches.

McDonald's explained that this involves using softer buns toasted to a perfect golden brown, searing white scallions directly onto burger patties for a "juicier

These modifications will be made to the Big Mac, McDouble, classic cheeseburger, double cheeseburger, and hamburger at McDonald's.

Chef Chad Schafer, the senior director of culinary innovation for McDonald's United States division, said in a statement

McDonald's intends to implement the upgrades in each of its United States restaurants by 2024.