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Ranchero Burgers Stuffed with Enchilado Cheese

These Rachero burgers topped with lettuce, tomato, onion, and avocado slices are heavenly. Have ketchup, mayo, and mustard on hand, too, for the ultimate burger perfection! If you are looking for some grilling inspiration this Father’s Day try this recipe.

Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
10 mins
Total Time
22 mins
Servings: 6 servings
Calories: 640 kcal
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American , Tex-Mex

Ingredients

  • 2 pounds lean ground beef at least 80%
  • 6 ounces Cacique® Beef Chorizo
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon pepper
  • 9 ounces Cacique® Enchilado Cheese cut into 1/2-inch cubes
  • 6 soft brioche hamburger buns cut in half
  • iceberg lettuce leaves
  • 2 medium tomatoes sliced
  • red onion rings
  • 1 avocado pitted, peeled, and sliced

Instructions

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  1. Heat gas or charcoal grill to medium heat.
  2. In large bowl, mix beef, chorizo, salt and pepper. Shape mixture into 6 equal-size balls. Press 4 to 6 cubes of cheese into the center of each ball and cover completely with meat. Form the balls into hamburger patties, about 1/2-inch thick.
  3. Place patties on grill and cook 10 to 12 minutes, turning once. During last 2 minutes place buns on grill to toast. Remove burgers and buns from grill; cover to keep warm.
  4. Top with lettuce, tomatoes, onions, and avocado slices as desired on a toasted bun.

Notes

  • You can use bacon instead of beef chorizo and cheddar cheese in lieu of enchilado cheese.

Nutrition Information

Calories 640kcal (32%) Carbohydrates 27g (9%) Protein 53g (106%) Fat 35g (54%) Saturated Fat 16g (80%) Cholesterol 156mg (52%) Sodium 1310mg (55%) Potassium 879mg (25%) Fiber 4g (16%) Sugar 4g (8%) Vitamin A 918IU (18%) Vitamin C 10mg (11%) Calcium 403mg (40%) Iron 6mg (33%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 6servings

Amount Per Serving

Calories 640

% Daily Value*

Calories 640kcal 32%
Carbohydrates 27g 9%
Protein 53g 106%
Fat 35g 54%
Saturated Fat 16g 80%
Cholesterol 156mg 52%
Sodium 1310mg 55%
Potassium 879mg 19%
Fiber 4g 16%
Sugar 4g 8%
Vitamin A 918IU 18%
Vitamin C 10mg 11%
Calcium 403mg 40%
Iron 6mg 33%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.