Ultimate Smashburger Grilled Cheese with Special Sauce Delight

Indulge in the flavorful layers of juicy smash burgers and gooey cheese with a special sauce in this Smashburger Grilled Cheese.

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Prep Time 10

Cook Time 20

Resting Time 1

Total Time 31

Servings: 2 sandwiches

Course: Lunch

Cuisine: American

Calories: 600

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Burger

1 lb Ground Beef Substitute with a plant-based alternative for vegetarian version.
4 slices American Cheese Can substitute with Havarti or cheddar.

For the Bread

4 slices Sourdough or Texas Toast Use thick slices to hold the fillings.

For the Special Sauce

2 tbsp Mayonnaise
1 tbsp Ketchup
1 tsp Spices Add mustard for a zesty kick.

For Grilling

2 tbsp Butter Can substitute with margarine or cooking spray.

Equipment

Skillet or griddle

Method

Step‑by‑Step Instructions

Gather all ingredients and preheat your skillet or griddle to medium heat.
Shape the ground beef into small balls, season with salt and pepper, smash them in the hot skillet, and cook until browned.
Butter one side of each slice of bread generously.
Layer cheese, smash burger, special sauce, another slice of cheese, and top with the second slice of bread.
Grill the sandwich until golden brown and cheese begins to melt, then flip and grill the other side.
Rest the sandwich for 1 minute on a cutting board before slicing in half.
Serve with extra special sauce on the side for dipping.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sandwichCalories: 600kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 35gFat: 35gSaturated Fat: 15gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gTrans Fat: 1gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 10IUCalcium: 20mgIron: 15mg

Notes

Customize with additional toppings like crispy bacon or creamy avocado for a personal touch.

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