Smashburger Made from Mixed Cuts, Topped with Extra Melty Cheese

Craft a juicy smashburger using mixed beef cuts, finished with extra melty cheese for a flavorful, satisfying bite.

Ingredients

• 1 pound ground beef, mixed cuts
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
• 4 hamburger buns
• 4 slices extra melty cheese
• 2 tablespoons butter
• 1 tablespoon vegetable oil

Instructions

1. Divide the ground beef into four equal portions and gently shape them into balls without overpacking.
2. Preheat a 9" skillet over medium-high heat and add the vegetable oil.
3. Place one beef ball in the skillet and smash it flat with a spatula to form a patty. Season with salt and pepper.
4. Cook for 2 minutes on one side until edges are lacy and browned, then flip.
5. Top with a slice of extra melty cheese and cook for another minute or until cheese is melted.
6. Remove the patty and repeat with the remaining beef balls.
7. In a separate pan, melt butter and toast the hamburger buns until golden.
8. Assemble the burgers by placing each cheese-topped patty in a toasted bun and serve immediately.

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