Prepare the toppings

• Slice the onion, tomato and pickles and shred the lettuce.
• Butter the cut sides of the buns.

Toast the buns

• Toast the buttered buns cut side down in a hot pan until golden.
• Set aside.

Smash the patties

• Divide the ground beef into balls and place them in the hot pan.
• Smash each ball flat with a spatula and season with salt and pepper.
• Cook until a dark crust forms.

Melt the cheese

• Flip the patties and top each with cheddar slices.
• Let the cheese melt completely.

Assemble the burgers

• Spread burger sauce on the bun bases.
• Layer lettuce, tomato, the cheesy patties, onion and pickles.
• Close with the bun tops and serve immediately.