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The Southwest Fresh

The Southwest Fresh is a zesty burger layered with pepper jack, fresh jalapeños, crisp vegetables, and lime crema. It delivers bright Southwestern flavor with just enough heat and crunch to keep every bite interesting.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Servings: 4
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

Ingredients
  • 4 tablespoon Richwood Meat burger patties
  • Salt to taste
  • Black pepper to taste
  • 4 slices pepper jack cheese
  • 4 brioche buns
  • 1 large tomato sliced
  • 4 leaves lettuce
  • 1 to 2 fresh jalapeños thinly sliced
  • For the Lime Crema
  • 1/2 cup sour cream
  • 1 tablespoon mayonnaise
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
  • 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
  • Pinch of salt

Method
 

Directions
  1. In a small bowl, stir together the sour cream, mayonnaise, lime juice, garlic powder, and salt until smooth. Refrigerate until ready to use.
  2. Preheat a grill or skillet/griddle over medium-high heat.
  3. Season the burger patties lightly with salt and black pepper.
  4. Cook the patties until browned and cooked to your preferred doneness, turning once or as needed. Cook time may vary depending on patty thickness, cooking method, and whether cooking from frozen.
  5. During the last 1 to 2 minutes of cooking, top each patty with a slice of pepper jack cheese.
  6. Avoid pressing down on the patties while they cook, as this can squeeze out flavorful juices.
  7. Lightly toast the brioche buns until warm and lightly crisp. Toasting helps the buns hold up better and adds texture.
  8. Let the patties rest for 3 to 5 minutes.
  9. Spread the lime crema on the toasted buns.
  10. Assemble the burgers with the patty on the bottom bun, then top with tomato, lettuce, and sliced jalapeños. Add the top bun and serve right away.
Cooking Details
  1. Prep: 10 minutes
  2. Cook: 12 minutes
  3. Yield: 4 burgers