Pimento Cheese Burgers
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Pimento Cheese Burgers

Juicy beef burgers topped with homemade pimento cheese - a Southern twist on a classic.

35 min
4 servings
SouthernComfy Editorial Team

Recipe by the SouthernComfy Editorial Team

Developed and reviewed by our editorial team.

Prep Time

20m

Cook Time

15m

Servings

4

Difficulty

Easy

Estimated Nutrition

Per serving · estimated

Calories

685

Protein

42 g

Carbs

28 g

Fat

45 g

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Ingredients

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  • 1 1/2 lbs ground beef (80/20)
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 4 hamburger buns, toasted
  • 1 cup sharp cheddar, shredded
  • 4 oz cream cheese, softened
  • 1/4 cup mayonnaise
  • 1 jar (4 oz) diced pimentos, drained
  • 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • Lettuce, tomato, and pickles for topping

Instructions

1

Mix cheddar, cream cheese, mayo, pimentos, and cayenne for pimento cheese.

2

Divide ground beef into 4 portions and form into patties.

3

Season both sides generously with salt and pepper.

4

Grill or pan-fry burgers over medium-high heat 4-5 minutes per side for medium.

5

During last minute of cooking, top each burger with generous amount of pimento cheese.

6

Cover to melt cheese.

7

Serve on toasted buns with lettuce, tomato, and pickles.

Chef's Comfy Tip

Make the pimento cheese ahead - the flavors get even better after sitting in the fridge overnight.

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