Paradise Pup Merkts Cheddar Burger Recipe

Name: Paradise Pup Merkts Cheddar Burger
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: cheese, Merkts Cheddar, a block (or any cold-pack cheese food found in a grocery store); 2 lbs ground chuck (80 % lean); 2 teaspoons kosher salt; 1 teaspoon black pepper, freshly ground; 6 challah egg twist buns or 6 soft bakery buns, toasted; Hellmann's mayonnaise; ketchup, Hunts; pickle, sliced; onion, red (grilled if you like); tomatoes, sliced; lettuce

Servings: persons

cheese, Merkts Cheddar, a block (or any cold-pack cheese food found in a grocery store)
2 lbs ground chuck (80 % lean)
2 teaspoons kosher salt
1 teaspoon black pepper, freshly ground
6 challah egg twist buns or 6 soft bakery buns, toasted
Hellmann's mayonnaise
ketchup, Hunts
pickle, sliced
onion, red (grilled if you like)
tomatoes, sliced
lettuce

1
Let the cheese sit out for about 2 hours to get soft enough to spread easily.
2
Preheat a grill or griddle to VERY HOT to get the right char.
3
Season the meat with salt and pepper. Mix and form 6 balls, then flatten each to a patty.
4
Grill the burgers for about 3 minutes each side. Do not press down on the patties while cooking or all the juices will squirt out and dry out the patties! Toast the buns on the grill. Spread the cheese on top of the patties; then place the top half of the bun on top to adhere with the cheese. Remove from the grill.
5
Garnish the bottom half of the bun with mayo, ketchup, pickle, red onion, tomato, and lettuce.
6
Have a plenty of napkins on hand. Enjoy!

215

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: cheese, Merkts Cheddar, a block (or any cold-pack cheese food found in a grocery store), 2 lbs ground chuck (80 % lean), 2 teaspoons kosher salt, 1 teaspoon black pepper, freshly ground, and more.

Yes, Paradise Pup Merkts Cheddar Burger falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Paradise Pup Merkts Cheddar Burger

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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