A smash burger the way it’s meant to be. Fresh-ground chuck and brisket, pressed thin on a blazing hot griddle until the edges crisp and caramelize. American cheese melted just right, stacked with pickles and a house sauce, all on a soft brioche bun. Simple. Done right.

Classic Cheeseburger

Stephanie Sharpe

@steph

22 days ago

A smash burger the way it’s meant to be. Fresh-ground chuck and brisket, pressed thin on a blazing hot griddle until the edges crisp and caramelize. American cheese melted just right, stacked with pickles and a house sauce, all on a soft brioche bun. Simple. Done right.

Recipe

Ingredients

·1 lb 80/20 ground beef

·American cheese slices

·4 brioche buns

·Special sauce: mayo, ketchup, pickles, mustard

·Iceberg lettuce, tomato slices

·Dill pickles, white onion

·Salt and pepper

Instructions

1.Divide beef into 4 loose balls — do not pack tight.

2.Heat cast iron griddle over high heat until smoking.

3.Season beef balls, place on griddle, smash flat immediately with a spatula.

4.Cook 2 minutes until edges are crispy and brown.

5.Flip, immediately add cheese. Add a splash of water and cover 30 seconds.

6.Build: bottom bun, sauce, lettuce, tomato, patty, pickles, onion, top bun.

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