Lagniappe Burger Recipe
Smoky Pimento Cheese, Pickles, Umami Onions, 2000 Island Sauce
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Ingredients
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Burger Ingredients
Smoky Pimento Cheese
Umami Onions
2000 Island Sauce
Pickles
Method
Burger Preparation
- 1
Prepare the Patties
In a large bowl, combine ground beef, salt, and black pepper. Mix until just combined, being careful not to overwork the meat. Form into 4 equal patties.
- 2
Smoky Pimento Cheese Preparation
- 3
Make Pimento Cheese
In a medium bowl, beat the cream cheese until smooth. Stir in sharp cheddar cheese, chopped pimentos, smoked paprika, garlic powder, and salt until well combined. Refrigerate until ready to use.
Umami Onions Preparation
- 4
- 5
Add Flavor
Stir in soy sauce and brown sugar, cooking for an additional 2-3 minutes until the mixture is well combined and the onions are coated.
2000 Island Sauce Preparation
- 6
Mix the Sauce
In a small bowl, combine mayonnaise, ketchup, sweet pickle relish, and Worcestershire sauce. Stir until smooth and well blended.
Assembly
- 7
Assemble the Burger
Toast the burger buns if desired. Spread a generous amount of smoky pimento cheese on the bottom bun. Place the cooked patty on top, followed by sautéed umami onions, dill pickle slices, and a drizzle of 2000 Island sauce. Top with the other half of the bun and serve immediately.
