Smashed Cheeseburger with Brioche Buns

Indulge in the ultimate comfort food with this Smashed Cheeseburger featuring juicy beef patties, gooey cheddar cheese, and the rich flavor of brioche buns. It's a mouthwatering classic that's quick and easy to make.

Ingredients:

• 1 lb ground beef
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 4 slices of cheddar cheese
• 4 brioche buns
• Lettuce leaves
• Sliced tomatoes
• Sliced red onions
• Ketchup and mustard for topping
• Pickles for garnish

Instructions:

Divide the ground beef into 4 equal portions and shape them into burger patties

Preheat a cast-iron skillet or griddle over high heat until it's very hot

Season each patty with salt and pepper on both sides

Place the burger patties on the hot skillet and immediately press them down with a spatula to smash them flat

Cook for about 2-3 minutes until the edges are crispy and browned

Flip the patties and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes

Place a slice of cheddar cheese on each patty and allow it to melt

While the cheese is melting, lightly toast the brioche buns on the skillet until they're golden brown

Assemble the burgers by placing lettuce leaves, sliced tomatoes, and red onions on the bottom half of each bun

Place a smashed cheeseburger patty on top of the veggies

Drizzle ketchup and mustard on top of the patty, and add pickles for garnish if desired

Top with the other half of the brioche bun

Serve hot and enjoy!