Ingredients:
1 – 2 pounds Ground Beef (depending on how many you are making)
Seasonings of your choice, I used salt and pepper only
Butter
Cheese Slices
Toppings: Lettuce, tomatoes, onions, pickles, or anything else you like
Instructions:
1. Preheat the Blackstone Griddle to medium-high.
2. Put ground beef into 1/4 or 1/3 measuring cup. (you can make them bigger or smaller if you want, but that is the sizes we like) Don’t press down on it. It needs to be loosely packed. Carefully, shape them into a ball with your hands. Do this lightly and be sure not to pack them.
3. Use a stick of butter and butter the griddle. (or use your favorite oil)
4. Take the burger balls and place them on the hot griddle. Let them sizzle for 3-4 minutes. Take a very large spatula and press the burgers flat.
NOTE: You can also use a piece of parchment paper on top of the burger if you want so it doesn’t stick to the spatula. Or spray the spatula with some non-stick spray or grease with butter.
5. Season the burgers as you desire. Let them cook until the bottom side has turned brown and crispy, then flip over. This usually takes around 5 minutes. This will vary depending on how high your heat is.
6. After flipping, continue cooking for 3-5 minutes or until they reach your desired doneness. Add a piece of cheese and let it melt.
7. After you flip the burgers, butter the griddle and add your buns. Brown them until they reach the toastiness you like.
8. Put together your smash burgers and DEVOUR!
