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Quick Smashed Beef and Cheddar Sliders on Hawaiian Rolls

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These quick smashed beef and cheddar sliders on soft Hawaiian rolls offer a perfect balance of crispy beef edges, melty cheddar, and sweet rolls for a fast, delicious comfort food.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound ground beef (80/20 blend recommended)
  • 6 Hawaiian rolls
  • 6 slices sharp cheddar cheese
  • Butter, unsalted and softened, for toasting rolls
  • Yellow mustard, for spreading
  • Pickles, thinly sliced (optional)
  • Salt, to taste
  • Freshly ground black pepper, to taste

Instructions

  1. Preheat a cast iron skillet over medium-high heat for about 5 minutes until hot but not smoking.
  2. Divide ground beef into 6 equal balls (about 3 oz or 85 g each), keeping the meat loose.
  3. Lightly season each beef ball with salt and freshly ground black pepper just before cooking.
  4. Slice Hawaiian rolls in half horizontally and spread softened butter on cut sides. Toast them on a baking sheet under a broiler or in a separate pan until golden and slightly crispy, about 2-3 minutes.
  5. Place beef balls in the hot skillet spaced evenly. Using a spatula or metal scraper, press down firmly on each ball to smash it into a thin patty about 1/4 inch thick. Hold pressure for 10 seconds.
  6. Cook patties without moving for 2-3 minutes until edges are brown and crispy.
  7. Flip each patty carefully and immediately place a slice of sharp cheddar on top. Cook for another 1-2 minutes until cheese melts and beef is cooked through.
  8. Remove patties from skillet and place on toasted roll bottoms. Spread a thin layer of yellow mustard and add pickle slices if desired. Top with roll halves.
  9. Serve immediately while hot. Keep warm in a 200°F (95°C) oven for up to 15 minutes if needed.

Notes

Do not press the patties more than once to avoid drying out the beef. Ensure the skillet is hot before smashing to get a crispy crust. Toast rolls with butter for added richness and crunch. Avoid overcrowding the pan to prevent steaming.

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