Step 1:

In a large bowl, season the cold ground beef and work through with your hands.

Step 2:

Roll into 2” balls (about half the size of regular burger patties).

Step 3: 

In a heavy skillet set to medium-high heat, place balls onto skillet (depending on skillet size, you might only be able to do 2 at a time.)

Step 4:

Immediately place wax paper on top of meat and SMASH with small skillet or metal bowl. You want to flatten as much as possible without tearing the patty.

Step 5:

Remove paper and flip over.

Step 6:

Immediately place onions (if using) and halved cheese slices on each patty.

Step 7:

Cover skillet and allow to cook for 2-3 minutes.

Step 8:

Pull patties off heat and place in buns. Fix to your liking.

Serve with potato salad, chips or french fries.