Jalapeno Smashburger

Jalapeno Smashburger

Five in 25

Serves 4

Five Ingredients

1.5 lbs. 80/20 ground beef

4 brioche buns

Burger sauce of choice

1-2 fresh jalapenos

4 slices cheddar cheese

From the Pantry

2 T olive oil

Slice the jalapenos as thinly as possible using a knife or mandolin.

Form the beef into 8 three-ounce balls.

Add oil to a large skillet over medium high heat. Place in 2-4 balls of beef depending on the size of your skillet. Use a spatula or other implement to smash each patty very flat (should be larger than the diameter of your bun at this point).

Season with salt and pepper and place 4-6 slices of jalapeno on the top of each burger.

Once burgers are golden brown on the first side, flip over and top with cheddar cheese and allow to melt for 2-3 minutes more or until cheese is melted and jalapenos are slightly softened.

Remove burgers and repeat with additional patties as needed.