100 Year-Old Hamburger Recipe! | Herd's Smash Burger Copycat!

cheddar cheese

🥗Healthier: reduced-fat cheese

💰Cheaper: American cheese

Reduced-fat cheese lowers calories while maintaining flavor.

burger buns

🥗Healthier: whole grain buns

💰Cheaper: white bread

Whole grain buns add fiber and nutrients.

Preheat a Wildfire griddle over medium heat.

Anoint the griddle with melted beef tallow.

Place a large portion of ground beef on the griddle and carve out what is needed for a patty.

Smash the beef down without worrying about the shape or chunks coming off.

Place the burger buns directly on top of the raw meat on the griddle.

Flip the patty when ready, ensuring some pieces may fall off.

Toast the bottom buns on the griddle until golden brown.

Season both patties with salt and add mustard, pickles, onions, and a slice of cheddar cheese.

For the 'old-fashioned' version, add shredded lettuce and a thin slice of tomato on top of the cheese.

Assemble the burger with the patty on the bottom bun and the toppings, then place the top bun on.

Serve immediately.

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