American Classic
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Diner Cheeseburger
A smashed beef patty with American cheese, pickles, and griddled onion on a soft potato bun.
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Step 1.
Form two loose balls of beef; place on a screaming-hot griddle.
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Step 2.
Smash flat with a spatula; season aggressively and add onion to one side.
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Step 3.
Flip after 90 seconds; lay on cheese; let it melt over the onion.
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Step 4.
Stack on a bun with mustard, ketchup, and pickles; close and eat fast.
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