Pimento Cheese Smashburgers

Directions

1. 1

   Divide the ground beef into four loosely packed balls. Spread mayonnaise on the cut sides of each bun.

2. 2

   Preheat the griddle, setting one side to medium heat and the other to high heat. Add the jalapeño and onion to the medium-heat side with the oil. Season with salt and pepper, and cook until softened to your liking.

3. 3

   Place the beef balls on the high-heat side. Using a burger smasher (with parchment paper if desired), press each ball down firmly for 10-15 seconds to create a crust. Season with salt and pepper, then flip after 1.5 minutes. Top each patty with a scoop of pimento cheese and spread it to melt. Add the cooked peppers and onions, and cook for an additional minute. Double-stack the patties.

4. 4

   Toast the buns, mayo-side down, until golden. Assemble the burgers on a bed of arugula, and drizzle with honey if desired.