Build Your Own Smash Recipe
Two quarter pound patties, whatever fixens you wish. Add Jalapeno or Applewood Smoked Bacon $2, Cheese $1, Egg $1.50. Add a side salad $4, the works $5.
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Ingredients
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Burger Patties
Toppings
Buns
Side Salad (Optional)
Method
Burger Preparation
- 1
Form the Patties
Divide the ground beef into two equal portions and shape each portion into a quarter-pound patty. Press in the center to create a slight indentation, which helps them cook evenly.
- 2
Assemble the Burger
- 3
Prepare the Buns
Toast the burger buns on the grill or in a toaster until lightly golden.
- 4
Add the Patties
Place one cooked patty on the bottom half of each toasted bun.
- 5
Add Toppings
Layer the desired toppings on top of the patties. Start with jalapenos, bacon, lettuce, tomato, onion, and pickles.
- 6
- 7
Finish the Burger
Place the top half of the bun on the assembled burger to complete.
Side Salad Preparation (Optional)
- 8
Prepare the Salad
In a large bowl, combine mixed greens, halved cherry tomatoes, and sliced cucumber.
- 9
Make the Dressing
In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, vinegar, salt, and pepper.
- 10
Toss the Salad
Drizzle the dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine.
