Chef John's Juicy Lucy

This is an incredible burger. I did make it medium and added to the flavor and juiciness. Since I am a freak for onions on burgers, I added caramelized vidalia onion along with the cheese to the center of the Juicy Lucy. WOW. I also plan on trying this with some of Chef john's Bacon Jam as a topping. Just can't go wrong with bacon and onions.

A true juicy Lucy uses American cheese. Just fold into quarters -- no sense fussing with cutting out circles. Make sure edges are sealed. I use a little bit of water on edges to help "glue" together.

These were amazing from assembly to eating. I’ve made other versions before, but the technique and finished burgers were sooo delicious! Definitely a new favorite at my house!

I have to admit I worked garlic and onion flakes into the meat before forming patties. I used a biscuit cutter to cut the cheese. I also put a spoonful of chopped canned green chiles on top of the cheese before sealing. Heaven!

This is amazing! As good as at least one of alleged original juicy lucy creator but without the drive and wait for a table. Based on other reviews, I used 80% fresh ground beef and Montreal steak seasoning in lieu of individual spices, and a slice of American cheese folded in quarters. Due to sweltering heat, I popped

Chef John is absolutely right when he said this is a different experience than a normal cheese burger. This is now my go to for all burger parties.

Delicious burger, but HUGE. Cooking for two, so I cut the meat down to 1/2 pound. I ended up with quarter pounders. A better portion size.

The cheese does, in fact, keep the inside meat perfectly rare as the outside browns.

Really juicy, delicious burger. The Worcheshire sauce is a great move. Using a glass to make round, even cheese portions helped. I used 93/7 ground beef for four minutes both sides produced a medium cook on the patty.

Made these for the 4th, for the burger lovers. Amazing, and just as good as described. Made as written and they were perfect, in a couple I put chopped onion in the middle by a request, it wrked very well with this recipe.

This is absolutely delicious!!! I made this exactly as the recipe had stated. I will definitely be making this again. This recipe reminded me of the surprise burgers my mom would make.

I was having a cookout and looking for something to grill out for around 20 people. I finally settled on this burger. I'm so glad that I did, because it was an incredible hit. I made some just as recipe stated, and 10 with pepper jack cheese. Both were awesome. No complaints on either . I red another post about Chef John's bacon jam. I did fix this and served with the cheeseburgers, and they were remarkable. These comments are just my opinion, and others at my cookout. But give it a try, you never know until you try. Thanks Chef John for taking the time to post your recipes and video's. I have tried several of your recipe's and have really enjoyed them.

My patties would not stay together once I bit into it.

Absolutely 5 star - this is the best homemade burger I've ever had! Easy assembly, and the cayenne adds a nice little kick.

My mother made these special burgers for a few of my birthdays. In the late 1950's - early 1960's the ingredients were considered expensive, so they were truly a treat.

Amazing and Super JUICEY!

So good the whole family loved this one No more dry burgers

LOVE these!

I made these burgers for myself and my 4 year old and we loved it. The patty was nicely spiced and oozed with cheese. I will definitely make this again.

When ever I have the time (having 2 kids) This is the best way to make a burger for friends family and KIDS! They always love it!!! even though sometimes it's a little to much for the young crowd. By the way I like to change it up with other things stuffed in here and there, what ever you like or have a taste for, and it's always awesome

Followed recipe exactly. Will definitely make again. Fabulous!

I made these with USDA Choice Top Sirloin I get a Smart & Final for $3.99 lb. The steaks were a bit chewy grilling on my Traeger and tried cast iron skillet in oven. So I now grind them to make burgers which works out Great especially at $3.99 per lb. I made these and this will be my "go to" way of cooking cheese burgers. Another one of Chef John's favorites!!

This was incredible. We will definitely make these again! Oh myyyy. Juicy, cooked it to mediumish. Excellent flavor. Don’t be afraid of the cayenne, it doesn’t add spice so much as extra flavor and a little bite.

Lives up to all the reviews I read before making it. I appreciate the cheese being in the middle. Well worth the try if you’re in the mood for hamburgers

Absolutely Excellent! I've made these a couple of times and now the rest of the family also makes them. In fact, any time we get together for a barbecue, we all know that these are the only burgers to be had. The only difference is we will use Cheddar cheese instead of the American cheese. We will also sometimes use Feta. Apart from the cheese, we follow Chef John's recipe, word for word! ;-))

Worked very well with white cheddar, don't overcook.

These burgers were delicious! I did mine on the grill and they came out great. Didn’t change anything but used American cheese. I will definitely make them again

First time I made I used sliced cheddar. It was a decent thickness but got lost in the burger. 2nd time I only did 2 oz patties and a nice thick1/4 in or so extra sharp cheddar chunk in. We loved the ratio. I also add tarragon flakes to the burger after Worcestershire. Next time I may even add some bacon bits and or caramelized onion to the inside,and a variety of cheeses. Boarshead makes a horseradish cheddar that might be good. So a much thicker slice of cheese makes this a five star for us. Thanks again for another great taste to try