Smashed Sliders

1. 1

   Form the meat into 36 golf ball-size balls.

2. 2

   Pulse the onion in a food processor until finely chopped.

3. 3

   Heat a cast-iron skillet over high heat.

4. 4

   Working in batches, add the meatballs to the skillet and smash them very flat with a spatula.

5. 5

   Season with salt and pepper, then sprinkle the onion over the patties.

6. 6

   Cook 1 minute, then flip and smash the burgers with the spatula again.

7. 7

   Cook 1 more minute for well done; place both halves of the buns on top of the patties to steam for the last few seconds of cooking.

8. 8

   Serve the burgers on the buns; top with pickles, ketchup and mustard.

9. 9

   Photograph by Tina Rupp

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.