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
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.
Prepare the Patties
In a bowl, form the ground beef into two equal patties. Season both sides with salt and pepper.
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.
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.
Toast the Buns
Meanwhile, slice the brioche buns and toast them in a separate skillet until golden brown.
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.
