Enjoy a Classic Smashed Cheeseburger, which is always delicious. The perfect burger is made with this recipe's juicy, smashed beef patties, creamy American cheese, fresh vegetables, and soft hamburger buns. It's a burger lover's dream!
Ingredients: 1 pound ground beef 80% lean. Salt and pepper to taste. 4 slices American cheese. 4 hamburger buns. Lettuce leaves. Sliced tomatoes. Sliced onions. Pickles. Ketchup and mustard optional.
Instructions: Preheat a cast-iron skillet or griddle over high heat. While the skillet is heating, divide the ground beef into 4 equal portions and form them into balls. Place a portion of ground beef on the hot skillet and immediately press it down with a spatula to flatten it into a thin patty. Season the patty with salt and pepper. Cook the patty for about 2-3 minutes until it develops a nice crust on the bottom. Flip the patty and immediately add a slice of American cheese on top. Continue cooking for another 2-3 minutes for medium-rare, or longer for your desired level of doneness. While the patty is cooking, toast the hamburger buns on the skillet until they are lightly browned. Assemble the burger by placing lettuce leaves, sliced tomatoes, onions, and pickles on the bottom bun. Place the cooked patty with melted cheese on top of the veggies. Optionally, add ketchup and mustard on the patty. Top with the other half of the bun. Serve immediately and enjoy!
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
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