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Grilled Cheese Smasher Burgers

Cultural Context

Originating from the classic American diner scene, the Grilled Cheese Smasher Burger combines the beloved flavors of a grilled cheese sandwich with a juicy burger. This dish reflects the comfort food culture of the U.S., where hearty, indulgent meals are celebrated. Today, variations abound, with many adding unique toppings or using different cheeses to create a personal twist on this nostalgic favorite.

AmericanUSmain
45 min
medium
6 servings
Servings4
1 pound ground beef
1 whole onion
Worcestershire sauce
garlic powder
onion powder
Lowry seasoning
salt
black pepper
Nature's Own Bio buns
butter
cheddar cheese
mayonnaise
ketchup

cheddar cheese

🥗Healthier: reduced-fat cheese

💰Cheaper: American cheese

Reduced-fat cheese cuts calories while maintaining flavor.

sourdough bread

🥗Healthier: whole grain bread

💰Cheaper: white bread

Whole grain bread adds fiber and nutrients.

bacon

🥗Healthier: turkey bacon

💰Cheaper: pork belly

Turkey bacon is lower in fat and calories.

1

Chop up one whole onion finely and mix it with 1 pound of ground beef in a ziplock bag.

2

Add Worcestershire sauce, garlic powder, onion powder, Lowry seasoning, salt, and black pepper to the beef mixture and knead it together.

3

Form the beef mixture into patties.

4

Preheat air fryer to 400°F.

5

Butter the inside of the Nature's Own Bio buns and place them in the air fryer until toasted.

6

Cook the hamburger patties in a skillet until fully cooked, then add a slice of cheddar cheese on top to melt.

7

Assemble the burger by placing the cooked patty on the toasted bun and smashing it down.

8

Mix mayonnaise and ketchup together to create a burger sauce and spread it on the bun.

Cooking Techniques

smashinggrillingtoasting

Equipment Needed

air fryerskilletziplock bagknifecutting board

Spice Level:

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Allergens

dairygluten

Also Known As

Cheesy Smash BurgersGrilled Cheese Burgers

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