Lamburgers with Smoked Mozzarella

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   Start a charcoal or wood fire or preheat a gas grill or broiler; the fire should be moderately hot.

2. 2

   Or heat a large skillet over medium-high heat for 3 or 4 minutes before you start cooking, then sprinkle it with coarse salt.

3. 3

   Cut the cheese into 4 pieces and form the meat into patties around each one; season with salt and pepper.

4. 4

   Grill, broil, or pan-grill, 2 to 4 inches from the heat source, for about 3 or 4 minutes per side, or until the outside feels very firm.

5. 5

   If you like your meat on the well-done side, move the burgers to a lower heat and cook an additional minute or two longer per side.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.