30 minutes

10 minutes

Burgers:
2 lb. ground beef, 80/20
2 Tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
Seasoning salt (We use Chicago Steak Seasoning from Penzey's)
8 slices of American Cheese
8 hamburger buns, buttered and toasted

Add Worcestershire sauce to the ground beef, and as you divide the hamburger into eight pieces, form them into loosely formed balls. Chill for 30-60 minutes. Heat griddle (Blackstone, electric cooktop, or cast iron skillet) to 375 degrees F. Place a ball of hamburger on a hot griddle. Cover with a piece of parchment paper and press down with a large spatula or bacon press. Get the patty as thin as you can. Liberally season with seasoning salt or your favorite grilling seasoning. Cook for 2-3 minutes. Flip with a spatula, making sure to scrape up the crusty skin that has formed on the underside. Season again with seasoning salt and cover with a slice of cheese. Cook for 1-2 more minutes. Place on toasted bun with desired sauce, condiments & toppings.

Any special instructions: 

Prepare a Secret Smashburger Sauce by combining the following:
1/2 cup mayonnaise
1/4 cup ketchup
1/4 cup dill pickles, finely diced
1 tablespoon dill pickle juice
1/4 teaspoon ground pepper
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder

What inspired you to make this dish? Summer screams GRILLING season, and we are here for it! Nothing says summer like a juicy burger - and now with the popularity of the Blackstone griddles, the smash burger is a no-brainer. So quick, easy, & flavorful!

Have fun playing around with different toppings:
-Add on some grilled onions or sautéed mushrooms for extra savoriness
-Try a different cheese such as Swiss, Pepper Jack, or Provolone
-Instead of Smash sauce, try a BBQ sauce, aioli, or mayo.
-Add fresh, summer veggies such as lettuce and tomatoes if you like!