Smashburger Grilled Cheese
A delightful twist on a classic burger and cheesy grilled cheese sandwich, packed with flavor and perfect for sharing or enjoying solo.
Ingredients
For the burgers
- 1 lb Ground Beef
- 1 small Onion (thinly sliced)
- 1/2 cup Smashburger Sauce
- 8 slices Hearty White Bread
- 8 slices American Cheese
- 2 cups Havarti Cheese (shredded)
- 1/3 cup Sliced Dill Pickle Chips
- 2 tbsp Salted Butter
- Kosher Salt to taste
- Fresh Cracked Pepper to taste
Instructions
Preparation
- Divide the ground beef into four quarters and roll them into balls.
- Heat a large cast iron skillet or flat top griddle until it is smoking hot.
Cooking
- Once the surface begins to smoke, add the beef balls and sprinkle each one with a pinch of salt and cracked pepper.
- Add 1 teaspoon of burger sauce and an equal amount of sliced onion on top.
- Place a sheet of wax or parchment paper over each burger and smash it down using a spatula and something heavy, like a sandwich press or meat mallet.
- Cook the burgers until they start caramelizing and are about 60% cooked through, then flip them, scraping up any bits that are stuck.
- After flipping, put 2 slices of American cheese on each burger and let them melt until the internal temperature reaches 165°F.
- Reduce the heat and spread 1 tablespoon of burger sauce on four slices of bread.
- Melt half of the butter on the clean side of the skillet, then place the sauced bread slices on that side, sauce side up.
- Flip the cheeseburgers onto the sauced bread, cheese side down, and add some sliced pickles. Top with shredded Havarti cheese.
- Place the remaining slices of bread on top, and butter the outside sides.
- Cook until the bottom slice is golden brown and the cheese is mostly melted. Flip and cook the other side until golden brown and the cheese is fully melted.
- Remove from heat and let rest for 1 minute before serving.
Notes
Serve hot with extra Smashburger sauce on the side for dipping. Pairs well with fries, a side salad, or chips.
Tips: Use a cast iron skillet for even cooking, and don’t rush the smashing process for a better crust.
Tips: Use a cast iron skillet for even cooking, and don’t rush the smashing process for a better crust.
Nutrition
Serving: 1gCalories: 700kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 40gFat: 40gSaturated Fat: 20gSodium: 900mgFiber: 2gSugar: 5g
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