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Stuffed Pesto Wagyu Burger

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Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 10 mins
Total Time 25 mins
Servings 4 burgers

Ingredients
  

  • 1 lb ground beef (I used Vermont Wagyu)
  • Pesto
  • 1 cup fresh basil leaves, packed
  • 2 cloves garlic
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan
  • 1/8 tsp black pepper
  • 3 tbsp olive oil
  • 2 tbsp chopped roasted red peppers
  • 4 ounces cheddar cheese, cubed
  • 1/2 tsp salt, optional

Instructions
 

  • Make Pesto. Place basil and garlic in a food processor. Grind until well chopped. Add Parmesan and black pepper. Pulse to create a loose paste.
    With food processor running, slowly add olive oil until a firm paste forms.
  • Mix together Wagyu beef, red peppers, and 1/4 cup pesto paste. Form mixture into 4 balls. Flatten each into a patty.
  • Place 1 ounce of cheese cubes on center of patty. Fold up the sides and pinch shut. Place patties on a medium-high heat grill or griddle pan. Cook for 4 to 5 minutes per side until internal temperature reaches 160 degrees. Serve on a toasted roll with a slice of roasted red pepper and pesto mayo if desired. (make pesto mayo ratio: 1 tsp pesto per 1/4 cup mayo.