This month it's...DRIVE-THRU favorites

Our at-home versions of fast-food staples celebrate all there is to love about this iconic American way of eating- they're quick, convenient, and affordable. Chowing down in your car is optional.

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Burgers

These Smash Burgers give off serious In-N-Out vibes, thanks to the mustardgriddled patties and special sauce.

Copycat Animal-Style Smash Burgers ACTIVE 20 MIN. TOTAL 20 MIN.

SERVES 4

3 tsp olive oil, divided

1 onion, finely chopped Kosher salt

8 oz ground beef

2 Tbsp yellow mustard

4 slices American cheese Special sauce (recipe at right)

4 buns, toasted Lettuce, sliced tomato, and pickles

1 Heat 2 tsp oil in large skillet on medium. Add onion, season with a pinch of salt, and cook, stirring occasionally, 5 min. Add 2 Tbsp water and continue cooking until water has evaporated and onion is just tender; transfer to plate.

2 Shape meat into 4 patties.

Heat remaining tsp oil in large nonstick skillet on medium-high. Add patties and use large spoon to press each to about 3/2 in. wide. Cook until bottoms are crusty, 2 min.

3 Spread mustard on raw side of each burger, then flip and top with cheese. Cook to melt cheese, 1 to 2 min. more.

4 Divide sauce among buns and fill with beef patties, onion, lettuce, tomato, and pickles.

Special Sauce

In small bowl, stir together 2 Tbsp mayonnaise, 1 Tbsp ketchup, 1/2 tsp sweet pickle relish, and 1/2 tsp white vinegar.

Fries

Take frozen or fast-food fries to the next level by piling on all the toppings.

Cheesy BBQ Fries with Ranch Dip ACTIVE 15 MIN. TOTAL 35 MIN. SERVES 10

1 2-lb pkg. frozen crinkle-cut fries

1 Tbsp olive oil

21⁄2 tsp barbecue seasoning (we used Spiceology)

1⁄2 cup Greek yogurt

1⁄4 cup mayonnaise