Whipped Feta & Garlic Butter Bacon Smash Burgers 
Ingredients:
For the Burgers:
1 lb ground beef (80/20)
½ tsp black pepper
½ tsp smoked paprika
4 slices bacon, cooked & crumbled
1 tbsp butter
For the Whipped Feta:
4 oz feta cheese
¼ cup cream cheese, softened
2 tbsp Greek yogurt or sour cream
1 tbsp olive oil
1 tsp lemon juice
For the Garlic Butter:
2 tbsp butter, melted
1 clove garlic, minced
½ tsp dried parsley
For Assembly:
4 brioche or potato buns
4 slices cheddar or provolone cheese
½ cup arugula or lettuce
¼ cup sliced red onion
Directions:
Make the Whipped Feta:
In a food processor, blend feta, cream cheese, Greek yogurt, olive oil, and lemon juice until smooth. Set aside.
Prepare the Burgers:
2. In a bowl, season ground beef with salt, pepper, and smoked paprika. Form into 4 small balls.
3. Heat a cast-iron skillet over medium-high heat. Melt 1 tbsp butter.
4. Place a beef ball in the skillet and smash it down with a spatula. Cook for 2 minutes, flip, and cook another 1-2 minutes. Top with cheese. Repeat for all patties.
Make the Garlic Butter:
5. Mix melted butter with minced garlic and dried parsley. Brush onto toasted buns.
Assemble & Serve:
6. Spread whipped feta on the bottom bun. Add arugula, a smash patty, crumbled bacon, and red onion.
7. Top with the bun and enjoy!
Time & Serve:
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 25 minutes
Serves: 4