Classic Smash Burgers

Ingredients

• Beef

  450 g

  $3.60

• Bread

  4 slices

  $0.50

• Cheddar cheese

  80 g

  $1.00

• Salt

  1 tsp

  $0.00

• Black pepper

  1/2 tsp

  $0.01

• Vegetable oil

  1 tbsp

  $0.05

• Dill Pickles / Gherkins

  4 slices

  $0.09

• Tomato Ketchup

  2 tbsp

  $0.11

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Preparation

1. 1

   Divide the ground beef into 4 equal loose balls without overworking the meat.

2. 2

   Heat a heavy cast-iron skillet or griddle over high heat until smoking hot, then brush lightly with oil.

3. 3

   Place two meat balls onto the griddle and immediately smash each flat with a sturdy spatula into very thin patties.

4. 4

   Season aggressively with salt and black pepper.

5. 5

   Cook undisturbed for 2 minutes until deep brown crust forms around the edges.

6. 6

   Scrape and flip the patties, immediately top each with cheddar cheese, and cook for 1 more minute until cheese melts.

7. 7

   Toast the bread slices lightly in the residual pan drippings.

8. 8

   Assemble burgers on toasted bread with pickles and ketchup, then serve hot.