Cardinal Smash Burger Recipe
cooper sharp american cheese, applewood-smoked bacon, lettuce, tomato, onion, special sauce, brioche bun, served with fries (GF*)
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Ingredients
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Burger Ingredients
Method
Burger Preparation
- 1
Cook the Bacon
In a skillet over medium heat, cook the applewood-smoked bacon until crispy. Remove and place on paper towels to drain excess fat.
- 2
Prepare the Patties
In a bowl, form the ground beef into two equal patties. Season both sides with salt and pepper.
- 3
Cook the Patties
In the same skillet used for the bacon, increase the heat to medium-high. Cook the beef patties for about 3-4 minutes on one side, then flip and cook for another 2-3 minutes.
- 4
Add Cheese
Place two slices of Cooper sharp American cheese on each patty during the last minute of cooking. Cover the skillet to help melt the cheese.
- 5
Toast the Buns
Meanwhile, slice the brioche buns and toast them in a separate skillet until golden brown.
- 6
Assemble the Burger
On the bottom half of each bun, spread 2 tablespoons of special sauce. Add the lettuce, cooked patties with melted cheese, crispy bacon, tomato slices, and onion. Top with the other half of the bun.
