Name: Crispy Queso Smash Burgers (Standard)
Prep time: 12 min
Cook time: 18 min
Total time: 30 min
Yield: 4
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 1.5 lbs Ground Beef-80/20 blend; 1 tsp Salt; 1/2 tsp Black Pepper; 8 oz Velveeta Cheese-cubed; 4 oz Rotel Diced Tomatoes and Green Chilies-original; 4 Hamburger Buns; 4 tbsp Butter-melted; 4 slices American Cheese; 1/4 cup Pickles-diced

Recipe tier

Classic smash burgers with a crispy exterior and a gooey queso center. A family-friendly favorite that's quick and easy to make.

Total 30 min

Serves 4

Steps 5

Ingredients 9

Burger Patties
1.5 lbs 680 g Ground Beef-80/20 blend
1 tsp 5 mL Salt
tsp 2.5 mL Black Pepper
Queso
8 oz 227 g Velveeta Cheese-cubed
4 oz 113 g Rotel Diced Tomatoes and Green Chilies-original
Burger Build
4 4 Hamburger Buns
4 tbsp 60 mL Butter-melted
4 slices 4 slices American Cheese
cup 60 mL Pickles-diced

Equipment

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Instructions

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Prepare the Queso: In a medium saucepan, combine all Queso ingredients. Heat over medium-low heat, stirring constantly until melted and smooth. Set aside.
Form the Burger Patties: Gently divide the Ground Beef into 4 equal portions. Do not overwork the meat. Form each portion into a loose ball.
Smash the Burgers: Heat a large cast iron skillet or griddle over medium-high heat. Place the beef balls onto the hot surface. Immediately smash each ball flat with a sturdy spatula, creating a thin patty about inch thick.
Cook the Burgers: Cook for 2-3 minutes per side, until browned and crispy. During the last minute of cooking, top each patty with a slice of American Cheese.
Assemble the Burgers: Spread melted Butter on the cut sides of the Hamburger Buns. Place the cheeseburger patties onto the bottom buns. Top each patty with a generous spoonful of Queso and a sprinkle of Pickles. Cover with the top buns and serve immediately.