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    Stuffed Burgers (aka Juicy Lucy/Jucy Lucy)

    May 24, 2010 · Modified: Jan 1, 2022 by Andrea · This post may contain affiliate links · This blog generates income via ads ·

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    Stuffed Burgers (aka Juicy Lucy/Jucy Lucy) - Andrea Meyers

    About a month ago Michael saw an episode of Food Wars on Travel Channel that featured the Juicy Lucy/Jucy Lucy burger, a Minneapolis creation with a devout following, and he knew instantly that he had to make it. I enjoy seeing him get over the moon about trying something new, and it was fun to watch him apply his engineering talents to building the perfect stuffed burger. He likes the mounded look of the Juicy Lucy/Jucy Lucy burger rather than a flat burger, so he piles the fillings high before sealing the edges.

    I had the burgers all labeled and neatly arranged on the grill to keep track of the different fillings, then of course got them all out of order after transferring them to the platter. A few of the burgers spilled their cheesy guts onto the platter, making the the guessing game a little easier, but I recommend having some sort of labeling system if you are using a variety of fillings.

    They cook up very juicy and are delicious with your summer cookout sides, salads, and desserts.

    Stuffed Burgers (aka Juicy Lucy/Jucy Lucy) - Andrea Meyers

    Grilling Safety Tips

    With the official start of grilling season just around the corner, now is a good time to brush up on grill safety. Make sure your grill as at least 10 feet away from any structure and never use a grill in a garage, carport, under an awning, or anything else with a roof overhead. Don’t use kerosene or gasoline to light a charcoal fire because it can cause an explosion, and don’t spray lighter fluid on a charcoal fire as it can cause a dangerous flare up. Never leave a grill unattended, especially with children and pets around. And finally, always keep a fire extinguisher handy. Have fun and stay safe. (Safety tips from Underwriters Laboratories, but this post is not sponsored by them.)

    Stuffed Burgers (aka Juicy Lucy/Jucy Lucy) - Andrea Meyers
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    Stuffed Burgers (aka Juicy Lucy/Jucy Lucy)

    Prep Time30 mins
    Cook Time10 mins
    Refrigeration Time30 mins
    Total Time1 hr 10 mins
    Course: Main Course
    Cuisine: American
    Diet: Gluten Free
    Keyword: cheese, grill, ground beef, summer
    Servings: 6 burgers
    Calories: 384kcal
    Author: Andrea Meyers

    Equipment

    • grill
    • 2 platters, one covered with plastic wrap
    • cutting board (plastic wrap optional)

    Ingredients

    • 2 pounds ground chuck (80 to 85% lean)
    • cheese slices (We like muenster, American, and Swiss.)
    • gluten-free hamburger buns (or whatever type you like)
    • salt

    Other Fillings

    • sun-dried tomato pesto
    • spinach arugula pesto
    US Customary - Metric

    Preparation

    • Divide the ground chuck into 6 equal pieces, then divide each piece in half. Roll the 12 pieces into tight balls and press flat, until the patty is slightly larger than the bun. (Michael uses an 8 ounce sour cream container lid to measure the patties. He’s such an engineer.) Make sure the meat is compacted, because if the meat is too loose the fillings will seep out and make a mess on the grill. Trust me on this.
    • Cut each slice of cheese into square quarters and place the four quarters on a patty. Place another patty on top and press down around the edges, making a tight seal. Place the shaped patties on a platter and cover with some plastic wrap. Chill the burgers for about 30 minutes.
    • Preheat the grill. Sprinkle a bit of salt on each patty and place them on the grill and cook over high heat for 6 minutes. Flip the burgers and pierce the cooked sides with a sharp knife to let a little steam escape from the molten cheese. Cook another 4 to 6 minutes (or longer) depending on your doneness preference, then remove from the grill. Let the burgers rest and cool a few minutes, then serve with your favorite toppings.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 384kcal | Protein: 26g | Fat: 30g | Saturated Fat: 12g | Cholesterol: 107mg | Sodium: 101mg | Potassium: 408mg | Calcium: 27mg | Iron: 3mg
    Tried this recipe?Share in the comments!

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    Reader Interactions

    Comments

    1. Rosa says

      May 24, 2010 at 11:11 pm

      Ohyummy, they look so good!

      Cheers,

      Rosa

    2. shannon abdollmohammadi says

      May 24, 2010 at 11:45 pm

      You should enter your recipe into the Build A Better Burger competition. I really liked your post!!!!

    3. Sharlene Thomas says

      May 24, 2010 at 11:53 pm

      How delicious! Thanks for sharing. Come visit when you can.

    4. Angie says

      June 07, 2010 at 4:15 pm

      I love this idea, I have had stuffed meatballs before, but never a burger, Yummy!

    5. Reeves@TastyThailand says

      June 18, 2010 at 4:43 am

      I absolutely love burgers stuffed with anything and these look particularly lovely 🙂

    6. susan from food blogga says

      September 15, 2010 at 5:14 pm

      We're including Jucy-Lucy in my sandwich cookbook too! They're awesome!

    7. Cookologist says

      December 20, 2010 at 8:49 pm

      I live stuffed burgers and now i don't have to make them by hand anymore with my Burger Pocket Press the stuffed burger maker.

    8. brandon says

      June 05, 2011 at 4:36 pm

      what do u mean chill them for 30 min. do u mean put them in the fridge ?

      • Andrea says

        June 05, 2011 at 4:50 pm

        Hi Brandon. Yes, put them in the frig so the meat firms up. Putting the burgers on the grill when cold helps them to stay together and not fall apart.

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