Calling all pimiento cheese lovers! Get ready to tantalize your taste buds with a culinary symphony of Southern comfort and burger bliss. Embark on a flavor journey with our irresistible Pimiento Cheeseburgers, featuring juicy beef patties smothered in a luscious blanket of homemade pimiento cheese, a quintessential Southern spread crafted from a blend of sharp cheddar, mayonnaise, pimentos, and a touch of spice. These burgers are not just any ordinary burgers; they're a match made in foodie heaven, combining the classic American staple with a Southern delicacy.
But that's not all! This article presents a delectable trio of Pimiento Cheeseburger variations, each with its unique twist to cater to every palate. The Classic Pimiento Cheeseburger is a purist's delight, featuring a perfectly seasoned beef patty, a generous slathering of pimiento cheese, and your choice of toppings. The Bacon-Wrapped Pimiento Cheeseburger takes indulgence to new heights, with crispy bacon strips enveloping the patty and pimiento cheese, resulting in a symphony of smoky, savory flavors. And for those seeking a plant-based option, the Black Bean Pimiento Cheeseburger offers a hearty and flavorful alternative, with a patty made from black beans, quinoa, and vegetables, topped with the same delectable pimiento cheese.
These Pimiento Cheeseburgers are not merely burgers; they're culinary masterpieces that elevate the humble burger to a gourmet experience. So, gather your ingredients, fire up the grill, and prepare to embark on a taste adventure that will leave your taste buds begging for more.
SOUTHERN PIMENTO CHEESE BURGERS
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 375 degrees F.
- To prepare Pimento Cheese, in a medium mixing bowl, combine Cheddar and Jack cheeses, mayonnaise, cream cheese, pimento peppers, pickle juice, horseradish sauce, and mustard; mix until well combined.
- To prepare Honey Slaw, in a small mixing bowl combine mayonnaise, honey, and cabbage; mix until well combined.
- Heat a 12-inch nonstick grill pan over medium-high heat. Add bacon and cook until the bacon is crispy, about 5 minutes, flipping once. Drain on paper towels. Pour off almost all of the bacon fat from the pan, leaving a very thin layer.
- To make the patties, combine the beef, country ham, salt, and pepper in a large bowl. Handling the meat as little as possible to avoid compacting it, mix well. Divide the mixture into 4 equal portions and form into patties to fit the buns.
- Using the same grill pan as before, cook the hamburgers over medium-high heat for 3 minutes per side or until cooked medium rare.
- Meanwhile, place buns on a rack in the oven. Bake for 3 to 5 minutes. Also, place the plates that the burgers will be served on in the oven to heat.
- To assemble the burgers, spread a generous amount of Pimento Cheese on the cut sides of the buns. On each bun bottom (on top of the Pimento Cheese), place a thin layer of Honey Slaw. Top the slaw with a burger patty, 2 slices of bacon, and crushed potato chips. Add the bun tops. Place the completed hamburgers on a nonstick baking sheet and bake in the oven for 1 minute. Serve burgers on warm plates.
PIMIENTO-CHEESE BURGERS
The classic Southern mix of cheese, mayo, and pimientos brightens a basic burger.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Ingredients Meat & Poultry Beef Recipes Ground Beef Recipes
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Stir together pimientos, cheese, mayonnaise, and chives. (To store, cover and refrigerate, up to 2 days.)
- Heat a grill or grill pan to medium-high. Clean and lightly oil hot grill. Season patties with salt and pepper. Grill 4 minutes per side for medium; during last minute of cooking, top each burger with 3 tablespoons pimiento cheese and cover grill. Serve burgers on buns with desired toppings.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 422 g, Fat 21 g, Fiber 1 g, Protein 34 g, SaturatedFat 9 g
PIMENTO CHEESE STUFFED BURGERS
Steps:
- For the pimento cheese: Add the Cheddars, cream cheese, pimentos and mayo to a bowl and mix together. Add the chives, garlic powder, cayenne, smoked paprika and salt and pepper and mix until thoroughly combined.
- Place the cheese mixture on a sheet of plastic wrap and form into a log. Freeze for a few minutes or refrigerate up to overnight.
- For the sauce: Mix together the mayonnaise, hot sauce, Worcestershire, paprika and 1 tablespoon reserved pimento juice in a medium bowl. Season with salt and pepper.
- For the burgers: Preheat a grill to medium heat.
- Mix the meats, breadcrumbs, Worcestershire, egg, salt and pepper together in a bowl with your hands until completely combined. Divide the meat into 8 portions and shape each into large thin patties. Slice four 1/2-inch slices off the pimento cheese log (reserve the rest for another use...snacking!). Place a pimento cheese slice on four of the patties and then top them with the remaining four patties, sealing the sides of the patties to enclose the cheese. (See Cook's Note.)
- Lightly oil the grill grates. Add the patties to the hot grill and cook until they reach an internal temperature of 160 degrees F, about 4 minutes per side.
- Spread the sauce on the buttered buns. Top each with lettuce, tomato, pickles, onions and a patty and close the burgers. Eat with lots of napkins.
PIMENTO CHEESE BURGER
Provided by Food Network
Categories main-dish
Time P1DT1h15m
Yield 60 burgers
Number Of Ingredients 23
Steps:
- Mix together the American cheese, Monterey Jack cheese, Swiss cheese, mayonnaise, jalapenos, sriracha, pimentos and 1 teaspoon salt and pepper in a large bowl.
- Prepare a grill for high heat. Season the burger patties with kosher salt and pepper. Place the patties on the grill and cook, rotating two to three times, until the edges begin to sweat, 2 to 3 minutes. Flip the burgers and cook for 2 to 3 minutes more.
- Place a 2-ounce scoop of the pimento cheese in the middle of the cooked burgers. Serve the burgers on toasted buns, garnished with Fried Pickles.
- Add the granulated sugar, cider vinegar, white vinegar, peppercorns, brown sugar, garlic, jalapeno, 2 1/2 ounces salt and 1 cup water to a stockpot and bring to a boil. Lower the heat and simmer until the sugar and salt are dissolved, 10 minutes. Let cool to room temperature. Add the sliced cucumbers to the brine and refrigerate for 24 hours.
- In a bowl, mix together the tempura powder and 1 cup ice water until smooth.
- Fill a large heavy pot with 2 to 3 inches of oil and heat to 350 degrees F. Working in batches, dip the pickles in the tempura batter and then into the oil. Fry until golden brown. Transfer to a paper-towel-lined plate to drain.
PIMIENTO CHEESE-BACON BURGER
Steps:
- Whisk the mayonnaise, cayenne, 1/2 teaspoon salt and 1/2 teaspoon black pepper in a large bowl. Add the red peppers, white Cheddar and yellow Cheddar and gently fold until combined. Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before using.
- Meanwhile, preheat the grill to high for direct grilling. Divide the ground chuck into four equal portions, 6 ounces each. Form each portion into a 3/4-inch burger and make a deep depression in the center with your thumb. Brush both sides of the burgers with the oil and sprinkle liberally with salt and pepper. Grill the burgers until golden brown and slightly charred on both sides and cooked to desired doneness, about 4 minutes each side for medium doneness. During the last minute of cooking, place a dollop of the cheese mixture on top of each burger and close the grill lid. Cook until the cheese has just melted, about 1 minute.
- Place the burgers on the buns and top with the bacon, onions, tomatoes, pickles and lettuce if desired.
PIMIENTO CHEESE BURGER
Steps:
- For the pimiento cheese: Put the Cheddar, mayonnaise, pimientos, relish, onion powder, salt, pepper and hot sauce if using in a food processor and blend until smooth and creamy.
- For the burgers: Heat a griddle or cast-iron skillet over high heat.
- Mix the beef, garlic powder, onion powder, salt and pepper together in a bowl and form the mixture into 4 patties. Cook the patties on the hot griddle to the desired doneness. Butter the insides of the buns and season with salt. Toast on the griddle to golden brown.
- Smear the insides of the buns with a thick layer of the pimiento cheese. Top with the crispy bacon, a burger patty, a piece of Bibb lettuce and some pickles. Add a few dashes of hot sauce if desired.
PIMIENTO CHEESEBURGERS
Provided by Fred Thompson
Categories Father's Day Backyard BBQ Dinner Lunch Mayonnaise Cheddar Ground Beef Hot Pepper Tailgating Grill Grill/Barbecue Sugar Conscious Peanut Free Tree Nut Free Soy Free
Yield Makes 6
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- 1. In a medium bowl, mix together the onion, both cheeses, mayonnaise, and pimientos. If you need additional mayonnaise to make it creamy, add a little bit at a time. Grind copious amounts of black pepper and stir that into the cheese mixture.
- 2. Divide the ground beef into 6 equal portions and shape into patties about 3/4 inch thick. Remember to put a slight indentation into the center of each patty. Season both sides of the burgers liberally with salt and pepper.
- 3. Oil the grill racks. Preheat your grill using all burners set on high and with the lid closed for 10 to 12 minutes.
- 4. Place the burgers on the grill and lower the heat to medium. Grill for about 5 minutes. Turn the patties and continue grilling until they reach your desired doneness, about 4 additional minutes for medium, 6 minutes for medium-well. During the last 2 minutes of cooking time, add the buns, cut side down. At the last minute before taking the hamburgers off the grill, put a generous spoonful of pimiento cheese on each. Take the buns from the grill, place on a platter, set a burger on each bun bottom, add pickled jalapeños on top of the pimiento cheese, and serve.
Tips:
- Select high-quality ingredients for the best flavor. Look for fresh, ripe tomatoes, crisp lettuce, and flavorful cheese.
- If you're using a cast-iron skillet, make sure it's well-seasoned. This will help prevent the burgers from sticking.
- Don't overcrowd the skillet when cooking the burgers. This will cause them to steam instead of sear.
- Cook the burgers over medium-high heat for the best results.
- Don't flip the burgers too often. Flip them only once, when the first side is cooked through.
- Let the burgers rest for a few minutes before serving. This will help the juices redistribute throughout the meat.
Conclusion:
Pimiento cheeseburgers are a classic American comfort food that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. Whether you like your burger cooked rare, medium, or well-done, following these tips and experimenting with different ingredients will help you create the perfect cheeseburger for your taste. So fire up the grill or heat up the skillet, and get ready to enjoy a delicious pimiento cheeseburger!
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