The Menu Burger

Ingredients

• 4 pieces Brioche Sesame Buns (High‑quality, room‑temperature buns)
• 2 tablespoons Unsalted Butter (Softened, for toasting buns)
• 1 medium Yellow Onion (Thinly sliced paper‑thin)
• 2 pounds Ground Beef (80/20) (Fresh, 80% lean 20% fat for maximum flavor)
• 1 teaspoon Kosher Salt (Season both sides of the patties)
• 1 teaspoon Freshly Ground Black Pepper (Season both sides of the patties)
• 8 slices American Cheese (Processed cheese that melts creamy and forms a crispy edge)
• 8-10 slices Dill Pickle Slices (Cover the entire bottom bun for acidity)

Instructions

1. Butter and Toast the Buns

   Spread a generous amount of room‑temperature butter on the cut sides of each brioche bun. Place them butter‑side down in a skillet over medium heat and toast until golden brown.

   Time: PT5M

   Temperature: medium heat

2. Slice the Onion

   Using a very sharp knife, slice the onion as thinly as possible (paper‑thin).

   Time: PT3M

3. Preheat the Cast Iron Griddle

   Place the cast‑iron griddle on the stove and preheat over medium‑high heat until it is piping hot.

   Time: PT5M

   Temperature: medium‑high heat

4. Form Meatballs

   Divide the 2 lb of ground beef into eight equal portions (about 4 oz each) and roll each into a loose ball.

   Time: PT3M

5. Season One Side of Each Ball

   Sprinkle a pinch of salt and pepper on one side of each meatball just before it hits the griddle.

   Time: PT2M

6. Smash the Patties

   Place the seasoned side down on the hot griddle. Using two wide, sturdy spatulas, press down firmly in an X‑shape until the patty is about a quarter‑inch thick and slightly wider than the bun.

   Time: PT4M

   Temperature: medium‑high heat

7. Add Onion and Season the Other Side

   Sprinkle a generous pinch of salt and pepper on the unseasoned side, then immediately scatter a handful of the thin onion slices on top of the patty.

   Time: PT1M

8. Cook First Side

   Let the patty cook for about 2 minutes 30 seconds, until the edges are browned and the meat is roughly 90 % done.

   Time: PT2M30S

   Temperature: medium‑high heat

9. Flip and Add Cheese

   Scrape around the entire circumference to loosen the patty, then flip it. Immediately place two slices of American cheese on the hot side.

   Time: PT1M30S

   Temperature: medium‑high heat

10. Finish Cooking

    Cook the second side for another 1 minute 30 seconds, allowing the cheese to fully melt and develop a slightly crispy edge.

    Time: PT1M30S

    Temperature: medium‑high heat

11. Assemble the Burger

    On the bottom toasted bun, lay the pickle slices to cover the surface. Stack the double‑patty with melted cheese on top, then crown with the top bun.

    Time: PT2M

12. Serve Immediately

    Serve the burgers hot while the cheese is still melty and the buns are crisp.

    Time: PT0M

Nutrition Facts

Calories

920

Protein

45 g

Carbohydrates

45 g

Fat

55 g

Fiber

2 g