Bison Smash Burgers

Ingredients

• 1 1/2 lb bison
• salt and pepper, to taste
• 8 slices American cheese
• 4 brioche buns, toasted
• 1 tbsp vegetable oil
• lettuce (sliced tomato, pickles, and diced onion for topping)
• ketchup, mustard, and special sauce for serving

Steps

1. 1

   Divide bison into 8 equal balls (about 3 oz each). Do not season yet.

2. 2

   Heat a cast-iron skillet or griddle over high heat until smoking. Add a thin layer of oil.

3. 3

   Place bison balls on the skillet and immediately smash flat with a heavy spatula or burger press. Season liberally with salt and pepper.

4. 4

   Cook without moving for 2-3 minutes until edges are deeply crispy and browned. Flip, add a cheese slice to each, and cook 1-2 minutes more.

5. 5

   Stack two patties on each toasted brioche bun.

6. 6

   Top with lettuce, tomato, pickles, onion, and your choice of sauces.