Brisket & Bacon Smash Sliders with Truff Aioli

Instructions

1. 1

   In a large bowl, combine the angus beef, ground beef brisket, and minced spicy Italian sausage. Add the hamburger seasoning, garlic powder, and liquid smoke. Mix gently until just combined.

2. 2

   Divide the meat mixture into 8 equal portions and shape each into a loose ball.

3. 3

   Heat a large skillet or griddle over medium-high heat. Once hot, add the bacon slices and cook until crispy. Remove and set aside on paper towels.

4. 4

   Increase the heat to high. Place the meat balls onto the hot skillet and immediately smash each ball flat with a spatula to form thin patties. Cook for 2-3 minutes until the edges are crispy.

5. 5

   Flip each patty, top with a slice of yellow American cheese, and cook for another 1-2 minutes until the cheese is melted and the patties are cooked through.

6. 6

   While the patties cook, slice the mini sesame seed buns and toast them lightly on the skillet or in a toaster.

7. 7

   Prepare the toppings: thinly slice the beefstock tomatoes, shred the iceberg lettuce, and finely slice the yellow onions.

8. 8

   To assemble, spread 1/2 tbsp of truff sauce aioli on the bottom half of each bun. Layer with shredded lettuce, a slice of tomato, a few onion slices, a smash patty with melted cheese, and a slice of crispy bacon. Top with the other half of the bun.