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Classic Diner-Style Smashburger Patties

Classic Diner-Style Smashburger Patties

Delicious Classic Diner-Style Smashburger Patties made with high-fat ground beef for a juicy, flavorful experience.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4 patties
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 520
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 lb high-fat ground beef
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1 tsp black pepper
  • 4 slices American cheese or your choice of cheese
  • 4 soft burger buns toasted
  • optional toppings lettuce, tomato, pickles

Equipment

  • Skillet
  • spatula
  • grill

Method
 

  1. Preheat a skillet or grill over medium-high heat.
  2. Shape the ground beef into four loose balls (about 4 oz each).
  3. Place each ball on the cooking surface and smash down with a spatula to about half an inch thick.
  4. Season with salt and pepper while cooking; cook for about 3 minutes.
  5. Flip patties, add cheese on top, and cook for an additional minute until melted.
  6. Serve on toasted buns with desired toppings.

Nutrition

Serving: 1pattiesCalories: 520kcalCarbohydrates: 32gProtein: 24gFat: 36g

Notes

Feel free to customize your toppings and cheese choice to create your perfect smashburger.

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