Jul 14 2026
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Hot 'n Spicy Melt Recipe

Inspired by The Meltdown
Time30m
Serves4

18 oz

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Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

Condiments and Seasoning

Toppings

Method

Preparation

  1. 1

    Prepare the Beef

    In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground beef with cumin, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper. Mix well until all the spices are evenly distributed.

  2. 2

    Form Patties

    Divide the seasoned ground beef into four equal portions and form each portion into a patty.

Cooking

  1. 3

    Cook the Burgers

    Preheat a grill or skillet over medium-high heat. Cook the beef patties for about 4-5 minutes on each side, or until they reach your desired doneness.

  2. 4

    Melt the Cheese

    In the last minute of cooking, place a slice of pepper jack cheese on each patty and cover with a lid to help the cheese melt.

Assembly

  1. 5

    Toast the Buns

    While the cheese is melting, lightly toast the burger buns on the grill or in a toaster.

  2. 6

    Assemble the Burgers

    Spread hot sauce on the bottom half of each toasted bun. Place the melted cheese patty on top, followed by sliced jalapeños, lettuce, tomato, and onion. Top with the other half of the bun.

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