Southern Pimento Cheese Burger by Harold Cohen Ultimate Burger
Bold, creamy, and packed with Southern charm, Harold Cohen's Ultimate Southern Pimento Cheese Burger takes classic comfort food to the next level. This mouthwatering burger starts with perfectly seasoned, juicy ground beef patties cooked to perfection, then crowned with a rich and tangy homemade pimento cheese spread made with sharp cheddar, cream cheese, and diced pimentos. Toasted buttered buns, crisp lettuce, fresh tomato slices, and optional pickles add layers of texture and freshness, making every bite irresistible. With just 20 minutes of prep time, this indulgent recipe is perfect for backyard cookouts, game day gatherings, or any time you crave a taste of Southern indulgence. Serve up this unforgettable burger, and watch it become an instant favorite!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1.5 lb Ground beef (80/20 blend)
- 1 tsp Salt
- 1 tsp Black pepper
- 0.5 tsp Garlic powder
- 2 cup Cheddar cheese (shredded)
- 0.5 cup Mayonnaise
- 4 oz Cream cheese (softened)
- 4 oz Pimentos (diced and drained)
- 0.5 tsp Paprika
- 4 Hamburger buns
- 2 tbsp Butter (softened)
- 4 leaves Leaf lettuce
- 1 Tomato (sliced)
- 4 slices Pickles (optional)
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, combine ground beef, salt, black pepper, and garlic powder. Mix gently with your hands, being careful not to overwork the meat.
Divide the beef mixture into 4 equal portions and form into patties about ¾ inch thick. Press a slight dimple in the center of each patty to prevent puffing up when cooking. Set aside.
In a separate bowl, prepare the pimento cheese by combining shredded cheddar cheese, mayonnaise, softened cream cheese, diced pimentos, and paprika. Mix well until fully incorporated and smooth. Refrigerate until ready to use.
Preheat a grill or skillet over medium-high heat. Lightly oil the surface to prevent sticking.
Cook the burger patties for about 3-4 minutes per side (medium doneness), or until the internal temperature reaches your desired level. Remove from heat and tent with foil to rest for a few minutes.
Butter the inside of the hamburger buns and toast them on the grill or skillet for about 1-2 minutes, or until golden brown.
Assemble the burgers by spreading a generous dollop of pimento cheese on the bottom half of each bun.
Layer each burger with a cooked patty, a leaf of lettuce, a slice of tomato, and a pickle slice if desired. Top with the other half of the bun.
Serve immediately and enjoy the Southern Pimento Cheese Burger!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
4523 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 376.6 g | 483% | |
| Saturated Fat | 156.6 g | 783% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1027 mg | 342% | |
| Sodium | 7194 mg | 313% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 114.1 g | 41% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 61.0 g | 218% | |
| Total Sugars | 13.4 g | ||
| Protein | 237.6 g | 475% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.7 mcg | 14% | |
| Calcium | 1976 mg | 152% | |
| Iron | 23.0 mg | 128% | |
| Potassium | 2735 mg | 58% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
