Smashburger Recipe
Two smashed patties with American cheese, caramelized onions, kraut, pickles, shredded lettuce and special sauce on a toasted Union Special brioche bun **ALL burgers are cooked well done**
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Ingredients
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Burgers
Method
Cooking Instructions
- 1
Prepare the Patties
Divide the ground beef into two equal portions. Gently form each portion into a ball, being careful not to overwork the meat.
- 2
- 3
Add Cheese
Flip the patties and immediately place a slice of American cheese on each patty. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until the cheese is melted and the patties are well done.
- 4
Toast the Buns
While the patties are cooking, toast the brioche buns in a separate pan until golden brown.
- 5
Assemble the Smashburger
On the bottom half of each toasted bun, layer shredded lettuce, caramelized onions, sauerkraut, and pickles. Add the cooked patties with melted cheese on top, then drizzle with special sauce. Top with the other half of the bun.