Pimento Cheeseburger: The Ultimate Southern Comfort Burger

Pimento Cheeseburger: The Ultimate Southern Comfort Burger

Quick Fire Burger Stats

• Prep Time: 20 minutes
• Cook Time: 12 minutes
• Total Time: 32 minutes
• Servings: 4 hungry people
• Difficulty: Easy-Moderate
• Cost: $12-$18

Why This Burger Rocks

A Southern classic that transforms your average cheeseburger into a mouthwatering flavor explosion. Creamy, spicy pimento cheese meets perfectly grilled beef for a burger that’ll make your taste buds dance.

Kitchen Gear You’ll Need

• Large mixing bowl
• Grill or cast-iron skillet
• Cheese grater
• Spatula
• Measuring tools

Ingredients Lineup

Burger Basics

• 1.25 lbs ground beef (80/20 blend)
• 4 burger buns (brioche recommended)
• Salt and black pepper
• Worcestershire sauce

Pimento Cheese Magic

• 2 cups sharp cheddar, freshly grated
• 1/3 cup cream cheese
• 4 oz diced pimento peppers
• 4 tbsp mayonnaise
• Old Bay seasoning
• Dash of Tabasco

Pro Tip Weapons

• Worcestershire sauce
• Garlic powder
• Smoked paprika
• Tabasco sauce

Burger Battlefield Method

Pimento Cheese Prep

Mix cheeses, mayo, pimentos. Add seasonings. Chill for 10 minutes. Goal: Creamy, not runny spread.

Burger Patty Creation

Gently mix beef with seasonings. Form 4 equal patties. Critical: Don’t overwork meat. Make thumb indent in center.

Grilling Glory

Medium-high heat. 4-6 minutes per side. Target temp: 160°F internal. Add pimento cheese last 1-2 minutes.

Burger Assembly

Toasted bun, lettuce layer, burger patty, melted pimento cheese. Optional: Tomato, onion.

Cheat Sheet Survival Tips

Cheese Perfection

• Use freshly grated cheese
• Drain pimentos completely
• Chill cheese before using

Burger Blunders to Avoid

• Don’t compress meat too much
• Let meat rest after cooking
• Use high-fat beef for juiciness

Flavor Remix Options

• Swap beef for turkey
• Add bacon bits
• Spice with jalapeños
• Try different cheese blends

Storage Smarts

• Pimento cheese: 3-5 days refrigerated
• Cooked burgers: 2-3 days
• Reheat gently to preserve juiciness

Nutrition Snapshot

• High protein
• Calcium-rich
• Customizable vegetable additions
• Indulgent comfort food

Why Southern Cooks Love This

This isn’t just a burger. It’s a celebration of Southern culinary creativity, transforming simple ingredients into a legendary meal that screams hospitality and flavor.

Serve With

• Cold beer
• Crispy potato chips
• Tangy coleslaw
• Pickles on the side

Final Flavor Bomb

Messy? Absolutely. Worth every single napkin? 100% YES.