Perfect Smashburger At Home

ground beef

🥗Healthier: ground turkey

💰Cheaper: ground pork

Ground turkey is lower in fat, while ground pork is often less expensive.

cheddar cheese

🥗Healthier: reduced-fat cheese

💰Cheaper: processed cheese

Reduced-fat cheese has fewer calories, while processed cheese is usually cheaper.

Preheat the grill or skillet over medium-high heat.

Form ground beef into loose balls, do not compact.

Place the balls on the hot surface and smash them down with a spatula.

Cook for about 2-3 minutes until a crust forms, then flip.

Add cheese on top and cover to melt.

Toast the burger buns on the grill or in a toaster.

Assemble the burger with lettuce, tomato, onions, pickles, ketchup, and mustard.

Serve immediately with fries or a side salad.

Cooking Techniques

Equipment Needed

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