Unparalleled Burger Recipe
Smash burger, Yancey's Fancy NYS Extra Sharp Cheddar, dill pickles, garlic aioli on a toasted brioche roll.
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Ingredients
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Burger Ingredients
Method
Burger Preparation
- 1
Prepare the Garlic Aioli
In a small bowl, combine 1/2 cup mayonnaise, 2 cloves minced garlic, 1 tsp lemon juice, and salt to taste. Mix well and set aside.
- 2
Cook the Burgers
Preheat a cast-iron skillet or griddle over medium-high heat. Divide the ground beef into two equal portions and shape them into loose balls. Season with salt and black pepper. Place the balls on the hot skillet and smash them down with a spatula to about 1/2 inch thickness. Cook for about 3 minutes until browned, then flip and place a slice of cheddar on each patty. Cook for another 2 minutes until the cheese is melted.
- 3
Toast the Brioche Rolls
While the burgers are cooking, cut the brioche rolls in half and toast them in a separate pan or under a broiler until golden brown.
- 4
Assemble the Burgers
Spread a generous amount of garlic aioli on the bottom half of each toasted brioche roll. Place the cheesy smashed burger patty on top, followed by dill pickle slices. Top with the other half of the roll.
- 5
Serve
Serve the burgers immediately with your favorite side, such as fries or a salad.