Juicy Lucy

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pinch of yum
Total Time
20 minutes
Prep Time
10 minutes
Cook Time
10 minutes
Rating
5 out of 5 stars
(21)

Ingredients

6 burgers
  • 2 lbs. ground beef
  • 2 tablespoons burger seasoning
  • 6–12 slices American cheese
  • 6 brioche buns
  • Toppings: Lettuce, tomato, onion, pickles
  • Sauces: Ketchup, mustard, mayo
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Preparation

Chef’s notes

I find it very difficult if not impossible to go for a medium-done Juicy Lucy because if you limit the cook time on the burger, it’s hard to get the cheese hot enough to melt. Plus you don’t want to be sticking a meat thermometer into these because you’ll lose your delicious melty cheese.
We usually just go for a more well-done burger (the patties on either side are thin so this happens relatively quickly) since we are chasing that delicious melty cheese center.
Definitely recommend toasting the buns! Just spread them with a little butter and either pop in the oven for a few minutes at 350, or place on the upper rack of a grill while the burgers finish.
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