Smashburger Recipe
2 patties, smoked cheddar, pickles, lettuce, onion, secret sauce, fries
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Ingredients
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Burger Patties
Toppings
Secret Sauce
Fries
Buns
Method
Prepare the Secret Sauce
- 1
Make the Sauce
In a small bowl, combine mayonnaise, ketchup, Dijon mustard, garlic powder, and onion powder. Mix until well combined and set aside.
Prepare the Patties
- 2
Form the Patties
Divide the ground beef into 2 equal parts and form each into a loose ball. Do not overwork the beef.
- 3
Season the Patties
Sprinkle salt and black pepper on both sides of the beef balls.
Cook the Patties
- 4
Heat the Pan
Preheat a large skillet or griddle over medium-high heat until hot.
- 5
Smash the Patties
Place the beef balls onto the hot skillet, and using a spatula, smash each ball down to about 1/2 inch thickness. Cook for about 2-3 minutes until the edges are brown.
- 6
Add Cheese
Flip the patties and immediately place a slice of smoked cheddar on each patty. Cook for another 2-3 minutes until the cheese is melted.
Prepare the Fries
- 7
Cook the Fries
Follow package instructions to cook the frozen French fries until golden and crispy. Season with salt to taste.