Super Speedy Beef Smash & Cheddar Burger

Divide the beef mince in half (or in quarters for 4 people) and shape loosely into two balls. Flatten each ball with your palm until you have a 1 cm-thick patty. TIP: Smash burgers are thinner than regular burgers so they cook through quicker without drying out! Season generously with salt and pepper.

Heat a drizzle of olive oil in a large pan over high heat. Add the burger patties to the pan and immediately press down on each with a spatula to flatten them as much as possible. TIP: Don’t worry if the edges are uneven! Cook for 3 minutes, or until browned and crisp on the bottom.

Flip the burger patties and cook on the other side for 2 minutes, or until just cooked through. Sprinkle the grated Cheddar cheese on top of the patties, cover the pan with a lid or foil, and cook for a further 1 minute, or until the cheese has melted. TIP: Some cheese will fall into the pan, scrape it out before serving and top the burger with it!

While the burger patties are cooking, place the bake-at-home burger buns directly on the oven rack and bake for 3 minutes, or until heated through.

In a medium bowl, combine the lemon juice, honey and olive oil (2 tsp for 2 people / 1 tbs for 4 people). Add the cos lettuce (reserve a handful for the burgers), chopped tomato and cucumber to the bowl with the dressing. Season with salt and pepper. Toss to coat.