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Smash Burgers with Baconnaise Sauce

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Smash Burgers with Baconnaise Sauce are juicy, crispy-edged beef burgers topped with melted cheese and a smoky, creamy mayo-based sauce. They’re quick to make, incredibly flavorful, and perfect for weeknights or casual gatherings.

Ingredients

  • 1 lb ground beef (80/20 blend)
  • 4 burger buns (brioche or sandwich style)
  • 8 slices cheddar or American cheese
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • Butter or oil (for toasting buns)
  • Optional toppings: sliced onions, pickles, lettuce, tomato
  • For the Baconnaise Sauce:
  • 1/2 cup mayonnaise
  • 1 tsp Dijon mustard
  • 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
  • 1/4 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp lemon juice
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper

Instructions

  1. In a small bowl, mix together mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, smoked paprika, garlic powder, lemon juice, and black pepper to make the Baconnaise sauce. Chill while prepping the burgers.
  2. Form ground beef into 8 loose balls (about 2 oz each), being careful not to pack tightly.
  3. Preheat a cast-iron skillet or griddle over high heat until very hot.
  4. Place beef balls on the skillet and smash flat with a spatula. Season with salt and pepper.
  5. Cook for 2–3 minutes until edges are crispy and browned.
  6. Flip patties, add cheese slices, and cook for another minute until cheese melts.
  7. Toast burger buns in the skillet with butter until golden brown.
  8. Spread Baconnaise sauce on buns, stack two patties per burger, and add desired toppings.

Notes

  • Use pepper jack cheese or jalapeños for extra heat.
  • Lettuce-wrap the burgers for a low-carb option.
  • Make the sauce a day ahead for deeper flavor.
  • Always toast fresh buns for best texture and taste.

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