Pimento Cheese-Stuffed Burgers (Print View)

Beef patties filled with melty pimento cheese, grilled and served with fresh fixings for a flavorful meal.

# Components:

→ Pimento Cheese Filling

01 - 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
02 - 2 ounces cream cheese, softened
03 - 2 tablespoons mayonnaise
04 - 1/4 cup jarred pimentos, drained and diced
05 - 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
06 - 1/4 teaspoon smoked paprika
07 - Pinch of cayenne pepper, optional
08 - Salt and black pepper, to taste

→ Beef Patties

09 - 1 1/2 pounds ground beef (80/20 blend recommended)
10 - 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
11 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
12 - 1/2 teaspoon black pepper

→ Assembly

13 - 4 burger buns
14 - Lettuce leaves
15 - Sliced tomato
16 - Sliced red onion
17 - Pickles, optional

# Directions:

01 - Combine shredded cheddar cheese, softened cream cheese, mayonnaise, diced pimentos, garlic powder, smoked paprika, cayenne pepper if using, and a pinch of salt and black pepper in a medium bowl. Mix thoroughly until smooth and homogeneous.
02 - In a large bowl, gently combine ground beef with Worcestershire sauce, salt, and black pepper. Divide the mixture into 8 equal portions and flatten each to a 4-inch diameter patty.
03 - Place a heaping tablespoon of the pimento cheese mixture in the center of 4 patties. Top with the remaining patties and seal the edges tightly to fully enclose the filling. Reshape gently into thick, uniform burgers.
04 - Preheat a grill or grill pan to medium-high heat. Lightly oil the cooking grates to prevent sticking.
05 - Place the stuffed burgers on the preheated grill. Cook for 6 to 7 minutes per side or until the beef is fully cooked and the filling is melted inside.
06 - Toast burger buns, cut sides down, on the grill for 1 minute or until golden if desired.
07 - Assemble each burger with lettuce leaves, tomato slices, red onion, and pickles as preferred. Serve hot immediately.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Brings real Southern comfort with every bite
  • Surprising cheesy center that stays gooey
  • Perfect for grilling or stovetop burgers
  • Customizable with your favorite toppings
02 -
  • Each burger brings creamy cheesy goodness in every bite
  • Great way to use leftover pimento cheese
  • High protein comfort meal that satisfies any burger craving
03 -
  • Always use freshly shredded cheese for the filling pre-shredded cheese often contains starches that stop it from melting smoothly
  • Chill stuffed patties for ten to fifteen minutes before grilling to help them hold their shape and keep the filling sealed
  • Let the finished burgers rest for two or three minutes so the melty cheese stabilizes and does not run everywhere when served
  • It took me years to perfect that gooey cheese-to-beef ratio so do not be shy about stuffing them well A burger press helps get even patties if you have one

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