Pimiento Juicy Lucy
This Southern twist on the classic Minnesota burger starts with a toasted Pretzilla Burger Bun topped with a pimiento cheese stuffed burger. Cool Carolina-style red slaw and candied applewood smoked bacon top off this amazing burger.
Ingredients
- 1 Tbsp. Mayonnaise
- 2¼ tsp. Ketchup
- 1½ tsp. Apple Cider Vinegar
- 1½ tsp. Granulated Sugar
- 1 tsp. Hot Sauce
- 1 tsp. Kosher Salt
- 1 tsp. Ground Black Pepper
- 2 cups Finely Shredded Green Cabbage
- 1 cup Shredded Sharp Cheddar Cheese
- 2 Tbsp. Cream Cheese
- ¼ cup Diced Pimientos
- 1½ Tbsp. Mayonnaise
- 1 pinch Crushed Red Pepper Flakes
- 8 slices Applewood Smoked Bacon
- 3 Tbsp. Brown Sugar
- 4 each Pretzilla Burger Buns
- 2 Tbsp. Vegetable Oil
- 2 pounds Ground Beef
- 2 tsp. Kosher Salt
- 1 tsp. Ground Black Pepper
Carolina Red Slaw:
Pimiento Cheese Spread:
Candied Bacon:
Burgers:
Preparation
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CAROLINA RED SLAW:
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Combine mayonnaise, ketchup, apple cider vinegar, sugar, hot sauce, kosher salt and black pepper in a large mixing bowl and mix thoroughly.
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Add shredded cabbage and gently toss. Set aside in refrigerator.
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Preheat oven to 350°F.
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PIMIENTO CHEESE SPREAD:
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Combine cheddar cheese, cream cheese, pimiento, mayonnaise and red pepper flakes in the bowl of a stand mixer fitted with the paddle attachment and mix on medium speed for 2 minutes or until smooth. Set aside in refrigerator.
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CANDIED BACON:
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Arrange bacon on a parchment lined baking sheet and bake 10 minutes. Remove from oven and evenly sprinkle brown sugar on each slice. Bake 5-7 min or until caramelized and crisp.
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BURGERS:
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Divide and form ground beef into eight 4-ounce patties ¼-inch thick. Season with salt and pepper.
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Place 2 tablespoons Cheese Spread in center of four patties and top with remaining patties. Pinch around the edges to seal.
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Cut Pretzilla Burger Buns in half horizontally and place cut side up on a baking sheet. Place in oven 5-7 minutes or until lightly toasted.
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Heat oil in a large sauté pan over medium heat.
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Add stuffed burger patties and cook 5-6 minutes per side or until medium or desired doneness.
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Place burger on the toasted bun and top with 2 slices bacon and Carolina Slaw. Close sandwich and serve.
Chef's Tip
Try this recipe using ground turkey stuffed with Brie cheese and diced apples!
