The Very Juicy Lucy Rsc
Meet "The Very Juicy Lucy Rsc," your new favorite twist on a classic cheeseburger, loaded with irresistible molten cheese and packed with flavor! This recipe transforms ground beef into a show-stopping experience by stuffing each patty with sharp cheddar cheese that melts into a gooey, luscious center. Seasoned to perfection with garlic and onion powder, kosher salt, and black pepper, these burgers are expertly seared for a juicy, flavorful crust. Topped with all your favorite fixings—crisp lettuce, juicy tomato slices, tangy pickles—and nestled in buttery toasted buns, this homemade burger delivers restaurant-quality indulgence in just 25 minutes. Perfect for grilling season or a casual weeknight treat, this decadent Juicy Lucy is sure to be a hit with the whole family.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1.5 pounds ground beef (80/20)
- 4 ounces sharp cheddar cheese (block, not pre-shredded)
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.5 teaspoon garlic powder
- 0.5 teaspoon onion powder
- 4 hamburger buns
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 cup toppings (lettuce, tomato slices, pickles, etc.)
- 3 tablespoons ketchup and mustard
Instructions
Divide the ground beef into eight equal portions, approximately 3 ounces each. Roll each into a ball and then flatten into thin patties about 4-5 inches in diameter.
Cut the sharp cheddar cheese into four pieces, about 1 ounce each. Flatten the cheese slightly to form a small square or compact shape that will fit in the center of the patty.
Place one piece of cheese in the center of a patty. Top with another patty and carefully seal the edges by pinching them together. Ensure no cheese is exposed to prevent leaking during cooking.
Season both sides of each stuffed burger with kosher salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder.
Heat a large skillet or grill pan over medium-high heat. Add the unsalted butter and swirl to coat.
Place the burgers on the skillet or grill. Cook for about 4-5 minutes on the first side, until a crust forms. Flip carefully and cook for another 4-5 minutes, ensuring an internal temperature of at least 160°F is reached for food safety.
While the burgers are cooking, toast the hamburger buns in a separate pan or on the grill until golden brown.
Assemble each burger: Place a cooked Juicy Lucy on the bottom bun. Add your desired toppings such as lettuce, tomato slices, and pickles. Drizzle with ketchup and mustard, then cover with the top bun.
Serve immediately and enjoy the molten, cheesy goodness!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2837 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 215.5 g | 276% | |
| Saturated Fat | 100.5 g | 503% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 665 mg | 222% | |
| Sodium | 3630 mg | 158% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 80.5 g | 29% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 61.6 g | 220% | |
| Total Sugars | 16.0 g | ||
| Protein | 202.3 g | 405% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.7 mcg | 8% | |
| Calcium | 1068 mg | 82% | |
| Iron | 20.8 mg | 116% | |
| Potassium | 2658 mg | 57% | |
*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.
