Ingredients
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– 1 lb ground beef (80% lean)
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– 4 oz cream cheese, softened
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– 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
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– 2 jalapeños, seeded and finely chopped (keep seeds for extra heat)
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– 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
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– 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
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– Salt and pepper, to taste
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– 4 burger buns
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– Lettuce, tomato, and other favorite burger toppings
Instructions
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Mix stuffing: In a bowl, combine cream cheese, shredded cheddar, chopped jalapeños, garlic powder, and a pinch of salt. Set aside.
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Prepare patties: Divide ground beef into 8 equal portions. Flatten 4 portions into thin patties.
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Stuff burgers: Spoon about 2 tablespoons of the cream cheese mixture onto each flattened patty. Top with another flattened patty and seal the edges well to encase the filling.
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Season: Lightly season both sides of each stuffed patty with salt and pepper.
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Cook: Heat a grill or skillet over medium-high heat. Cook the patties 4–5 minutes per side or until beef is cooked through and cheese is melty inside.
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Assemble: Toast burger buns lightly if desired. Place patties on buns and add lettuce, tomato, or your favorite toppings.