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Smash Burger

Smash Burger

Delicious Smash Burger made with perfectly ground hamburger and American cheese.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine American
Servings 4 burgers
Calories 539 kcal

Equipment

  • griddle
  • large spatula
  • parchment paper

Ingredients
  

Ground Hamburger

  • 1 lb ground hamburger 80/20

Seasoning

  • seasoning salt

Cheese

  • 4 slices American cheese

Buns

  • 4 buns buttered

Instructions
 

Cooking Instructions

  • Divide hamburger into four pieces and form into loosely formed balls.
  • Heat griddle to 375 degrees F.
  • Place ball of hamburger on hot griddle.
  • Cover with a piece of parchment paper and press down with a large spatula or bacon press.
  • Get the patty as thin as you can.
  • Sprinkle with seasoning. Cook for 2-3 minutes.
  • Flip with spatula making sure to scrap up the crusty skin that has formed on the underneath side.
  • Cover with slice of cheese.
  • Cook for 1-2 more minutes.
  • Place on toasted bun with desired condiments.

Notes

Consider adding grilled onions or sautéed mushrooms. You can try different cheeses or add lettuce and tomatoes as desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1burgerCalories: 539kcalCarbohydrates: 33gProtein: 29gFat: 32gSaturated Fat: 12gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 12gTrans Fat: 2gCholesterol: 102mgSodium: 719mgPotassium: 334mgFiber: 1gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 198IUCalcium: 246mgIron: 13mg
Keyword burger, cheeseburger, easy burger, grilled burger, homemade burger, smash burger
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