Loaded Pimento Cheese Burgers with Honey Slaw
Indulge in the ultimate comfort food with these Loaded Pimento Cheese Burgers. Crafted for gatherings and hearty appetites, this recipe yields 16 mouthwatering burgers that combine the rich flavors of extra-sharp cheddar and creamy mayonnaise with a unique kick from pimento peppers. Topped with crispy bacon, zesty honey slaw, and a satisfying crunch of potato chips, these burgers are a crowd-pleaser at any cookout or family gathering. Serve them on freshly baked onion buns for a touch of sweetness, and watch everyone come back for seconds!
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Servings
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Calories
19
Ingredients
Ingredients
extra-sharp cheddar cheese
4 cups (shredded, room temperature)
Monterey Jack cheese
1 1/3 cups (shredded, room temperature)
mayonnaise
24 tablespoons (room temperature)
cream cheese
8 tablespoons (room temperature)
jarred diced pimento pepper
8 ounces (drained)
bread and butter pickle juice
4 tablespoons
horseradish
2 tablespoons
yellow mustard
4 teaspoons
salt
2 teaspoons
black pepper
4 teaspoons (fresh ground)
honey
4 tablespoons
shredded cabbage
5 cups
thick-cut apple wood smoked bacon
32 slices
ground chuck
5 lbs
cured and smoked country ham
1 lb (finely chopped or processed)
kosher salt
1 teaspoon
fresh ground black pepper
4 teaspoons
large hamburger buns
16
potato chips
4 1/2 ounces (crushed)
Instructions
Nutrition Information
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What are Loaded Pimento Cheese Burgers?
They are indulgent burgers topped with a homemade pimento cheese spread, honey-sweetened slaw, bacon, and crushed potato chips for added crunch.
How many burgers does this recipe make?
This recipe yields 16 mouthwatering burgers, making it ideal for large gatherings or cookouts.
What type of beef is recommended for the patties?
The recipe calls for 5 lbs of ground chuck combined with 1 lb of finely chopped cured and smoked country ham.
What ingredients are in the pimento cheese spread?
The spread includes extra-sharp cheddar, Monterey Jack, mayonnaise, cream cheese, diced pimento peppers, horseradish, and yellow mustard.
What kind of cheese is best for this recipe?
Extra-sharp cheddar and Monterey Jack cheese are used, both shredded and kept at room temperature for the best consistency.
How much mayonnaise is used in the pimento cheese?
The recipe requires 24 tablespoons of room temperature mayonnaise.
What is the secret to the honey slaw?
The slaw is made with 5 cups of shredded cabbage mixed with 4 tablespoons of honey and 4 tablespoons of bread and butter pickle juice.
What type of bacon is suggested?
The recipe uses 32 slices of thick-cut apple wood smoked bacon.
Is there cream cheese in the pimento spread?
Yes, 8 tablespoons of room temperature cream cheese are included to make the spread extra creamy.
What kind of buns should I use?
Large hamburger buns are recommended, specifically freshly baked onion buns for a touch of sweetness.
What provides the crunch on these burgers?
The burgers are topped with 4 1/2 ounces of crushed potato chips for a satisfying texture.
How much country ham is added to the meat?
One pound of cured and smoked country ham, finely chopped or processed, is mixed into the ground chuck.
Does the recipe use horseradish?
Yes, 2 tablespoons of horseradish are added to the pimento cheese for a unique kick.
How many pimento peppers are needed?
The recipe uses 8 ounces of jarred diced pimento peppers, which should be drained before use.
What seasonings are used for the meat?
The patties are seasoned with 1 teaspoon of kosher salt and 4 teaspoons of fresh ground black pepper.
Why is bread and butter pickle juice used?
It is used to add a zesty, sweet-and-sour tang to the honey slaw and cheese mixture.
How much honey is in the slaw?
The recipe calls for 4 tablespoons of honey.
What is the total ingredient count?
There are 19 different ingredients used to create these loaded burgers.
Is yellow mustard used in the recipe?
Yes, 4 teaspoons of yellow mustard are blended into the pimento cheese mixture.
What tags describe this recipe?
This recipe is tagged as burgers, pimento cheese, comfort food, grilling, party food, slaw, and bacon.
How much cheddar cheese is required?
You will need 4 cups of shredded extra-sharp cheddar cheese.
How much Monterey Jack cheese is needed?
The recipe uses 1 1/3 cups of shredded Monterey Jack cheese.
What is the role of potato chips in this recipe?
Crushed potato chips are used as a topping to provide a salty crunch that complements the creamy cheese.
Should the dairy ingredients be cold?
No, the recipe specifies that the cheeses, mayonnaise, and cream cheese should be at room temperature for better mixing.
Is this a good recipe for a crowd?
Absolutely, as it is designed to produce 16 large burgers specifically for gatherings.
How much salt is in the cheese mixture?
There are 2 teaspoons of salt in the pimento cheese spread.
What kind of pepper is used in the cheese?
Four teaspoons of fresh ground black pepper are added to the cheese spread.
Is the cabbage for the slaw shredded?
Yes, the recipe requires 5 cups of shredded cabbage.
What is the primary flavor profile of these burgers?
The flavor profile is rich and savory with smoky notes from bacon and ham, balanced by a sweet and zesty honey slaw.
What is the recipe ID?
The recipe identifier is loaded-pimento-cheese-burgers-with-honey-slaw.