Smash Burger Recipe

Time40m

Serves2

cheddar, lettuce, tomato, onion, fries (contains gluten)

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Ingredients

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1
Prepare the Patties
Take the ground beef and divide it into two equal portions. Form each portion into a ball and then flatten them into patties, making them slightly larger than the burger buns.
2
Cook the Patties
Heat a skillet or griddle over medium-high heat. Place the patties on the hot surface and smash them down with a spatula to create a thin patty. Cook for about 2-3 minutes on one side.
3
Add Cheese
Flip the patties and immediately place a slice of cheddar cheese on each patty. Cook for an additional 1-2 minutes until the cheese is melted.
4
Toast the Buns
While the patties are cooking, toast the burger buns on another skillet or in a toaster until golden brown.
5
Assemble the Burger
On the bottom bun, place a layer of lettuce, followed by the cooked patty with melted cheese, sliced tomato, and onion. Top with the other half of the bun.

6
Prepare the Fries
Follow the package instructions for the frozen French fries. Typically, this involves preheating the oven and spreading the fries on a baking sheet.
7
Bake the Fries
Bake the fries in the preheated oven for about 20-25 minutes, or until they are golden brown and crispy, flipping halfway through.
8
Season the Fries
Once the fries are cooked, remove them from the oven and sprinkle with salt to taste.