Juicy Lucy Burgers
Melted cheese stuffed inside a beef patty keeps the center molten and tender. Simple, spectacular, and ready in 20 minutes.
- Total time
- 25 min
- Servings
- 2
- Calories
- 520
- Protein
- 28g
Ingredients
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Step 1
Divide ground beef into 4 thin patties, each about 2 inches wide and 1/4 inch thick.
Step 2
Place 1 cheese slice on 2 of the patties. Top with remaining 2 patties and press edges to seal completely.
Step 3
Season both sides of each burger with salt and pepper.
Step 4
Butter the cut sides of the buns and set aside.
Step 5
Heat a skillet over medium-high until it shimmers, ~90 seconds.
Step 6
Cook burgers 3–4 minutes per side without pressing or moving them. Center cheese should be soft.
Step 7
Toast the buns in the same skillet until golden, about 1 minute per side.
Step 8
Place each burger on a bun. Add lettuce, tomato, onion, pickles, and condiments as desired.
Step 9
Serve immediately while the cheese is still molten.
Tools you’ll need
- cutting board
- 12-inch skillet or griddle
- spatula
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