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Yields:
3 serving(s)
Prep Time:
10 mins
Total Time:
50 mins
When it comes to the Juicy Lucy it's all about the cheese. The burger is the ultimate cheeseburger with the cheese on the INSIDE of the patty. Originating in Minnesota, it's a standout from all other burgers and extremely easy to make your own. The secret is all in the cheese. Kraft American cheese makes the perfect melty center that you're after.
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Ingredients
- 1 lb.
ground beef
- 3
slices Kraft American cheese
- 3/4 tsp.
kosher salt
Freshly ground black pepper
Potato or other thin hamburger buns
Mayonnaise
Butterhead lettuce
Pickles
Directions
- Step 1Divide beef into 6 (2.6-oz. each) balls. On a piece of plastic wrap, pat each ball into a 5” round patty.
- Step 2Cut each piece of cheese into 4 squares. On 3 of the patties stack 4 squares of cheese on top of each other. Top with remaining 3 patties. Press edges together and use the plastic wrap to help shape into a perfect circle as you press. Gently flatten patties back into 5” circles. Season each patty on both side with a total of ¼ teaspoon salt and black pepper to taste. Let sit at room temp for 20 minutes.
- Step 3Heat a large cast iron skillet or griddle over medium heat. When hot, add patties and cook on each side for 2 ½ minutes for medium. Don’t overcrowd your pan and work in batches as necessary. Let burgers rest on cutting board for 5 minutes.
- Step 4To assemble burgers, spread a thin layer of mayonnaise on bottom bun, top with lettuce, a few pickle slices, burger, and top bun.
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