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Smash Burger Grilled Cheese with Special Sauce Recipe

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This Smash Burger Grilled Cheese combines the crispy, caramelized goodness of a classic smash burger with the gooey, melty comfort of a grilled cheese sandwich. Featuring juicy seasoned beef patties, layers of American and Havarti cheeses, tangy dill pickles, and a flavorful special Smashburger sauce, all sandwiched between hearty white bread toasted to golden perfection. Perfect for a satisfying, indulgent meal that’s easy to prepare on a stovetop or griddle.

Ingredients

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Beef Patties

  • 1 lb Ground Beef
  • Kosher Salt, to taste
  • Fresh Cracked Pepper, to taste
  • ½ cup Smashburger Sauce (plus extra for serving)
  • 1 small Onion, thinly sliced

Sandwich Components

  • 8 slices Hearty White Bread
  • 8 slices American Cheese
  • 2 cups Havarti Cheese, shredded
  • ⅓ cup Sliced Dill Pickle Chips
  • 2 tablespoons Salted Butter

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Beef Balls: Divide the ground beef into four equal portions and roll each into a ball to ensure even cooking.
  2. Heat the Cooking Surface: Preheat a large cast iron skillet or flat top griddle over high heat until it is super hot and beginning to smoke.
  3. Cook and Smash the Burgers: Place the beef balls on the hot skillet and immediately season each with a generous pinch of kosher salt, fresh cracked pepper, and 1 teaspoon of Smashburger sauce. Add an equal amount of thinly sliced onions on top of each ball. Cover each patty with a sheet of wax or parchment paper to prevent sticking, then smash down firmly using a thin metal spatula and a heavy press or meat mallet to create thin, caramelizing burger patties.
  4. Flip and Add Cheese: When the patties are about 60% cooked and nicely caramelized on the bottom, carefully flip them, scraping up any browned bits. Immediately top each patty with two slices of American cheese and allow it to melt. Cook until the internal temperature reaches 165°F for safety.
  5. Prepare Toasted Bread: Reduce heat to low. Spread 1 tablespoon of Smashburger sauce evenly onto four slices of the hearty white bread. Melt half the butter on the clean side of the skillet, making sure it is free from burnt residue, then place the sauced slices butter-side down on the skillet.
  6. Assemble the Sandwiches: Place the cheeseburgers cheese-side down onto the sauced bread slices. Top each with sliced dill pickles and an even layer of shredded Havarti cheese. Cover with the remaining slices of bread.
  7. Grill the Sandwiches: Use the remaining butter to butter the tops of the sandwiches. Grill the sandwiches until the bottom side is golden brown and the Havarti cheese begins to melt, then carefully flip and grill the other side until golden brown and fully melted.
  8. Rest and Serve: Remove the sandwiches from heat and let them rest for 1 minute to allow the cheese to set slightly. Serve with extra Smashburger sauce on the side for dipping.

Notes

  • Use a cast iron skillet or flat top griddle for best caramelization and even cooking.
  • Smash the patties thinly to achieve crispy edges and quick cook times.
  • Keep the cooking surface very hot when initially making the patties to develop a good crust.
  • If you don’t have Smashburger sauce, a mix of mayo, ketchup, mustard, and pickle relish is a good substitution.
  • Letting the sandwich rest briefly after cooking improves cheese melt and flavor melding.
  • Check the internal temperature of the beef patties with a meat thermometer to ensure food safety.

Keywords: Smash Burger, Grilled Cheese, Smashburger Sauce, American Cheese, Havarti, Dill Pickles, Comfort Food, Stovetop Sandwich

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