The sweet and smoky balsamic sauce pairs well with the meatiness of the burgers.

Place mushrooms, Worcestershire, garlic-and-herb seasoning and 18 teaspoon smoked paprika in a food processor.

Process until the mushrooms are finely chopped, about 30 seconds.

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Transfer to a large bowl.

Add ground beef to the mushroom mixture.

Using your hands, mix together until combined.

mushroom mixture in a food processor

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Divide the mixture into 4 balls; place on the prepared baking sheet.

Cover and refrigerate for 10 minutes.

Sprinkle the balls with pepper and salt.

burger patties on a parchment lined baking sheet

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Increase heat to high; continue heating the oil for 2 minutes.

Place 2 balls in the pan.

Cook, undisturbed, until a golden-brown, crispy crust forms on the bottoms, about 3 minutes.

overhead view of smoky spicy balsamic sauce in a bowl

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Carefully flip; top each patty with 1 cheese slice.

Cook, undisturbed, until a thermometer inserted into the thickest portion registers 160F, about 2 minutes.

Transfer the burgers to a plate; cover to keep warm.

burger patties in a cast iron skillet, smashed

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Wipe the pan clean.

Repeat the procedure with the remaining 1 tablespoon oil and 2 balls.

Arrange the burgers on bun bottoms.

Top with lettuce, tomato, onion and/or pickles, if desired.

Spread the cut sides of the top buns evenly with the sauce and place on top.

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