Sausage Smash Burgers

Directions

1. 1

   Add the buns cut-side-up to a baking tray and place under the grill until crisp & golden. Prep the fillings so it’s all ready to go.

2. 2

   Squeeze the sausage from the skins and divide the meat into 4 portions. Roll each portion into a ball and sprinkle all over with a pinch of salt and pepper.

3. 3

   Consider turning on the extractor fan and opening a window, then place a cast-iron pan over high heat. Once smoking hot, add 2 tsp oil then add in 2 portions of sausage. Quickly add a square of baking/parchment paper over each one and use a spatula with your hand to very firmly press down on the balls until they flatten. They should be a little under 1cm thick.

4. 4

   Remove the baking paper and leave undisturbed for 2 minutes until they build up a nice crust. Flip them over, add the cheese and cook for another 2 minutes until they form a crust on the bottom and are cooked through the centre. Don’t push down on the burgers after you’ve smashed them otherwise the juices will pour out. You also won’t need extra oil for the second batch.

5. 5

   Stack the burgers and enjoy!