The unofficial start of summer is here, try these delicious stuffed burgers at your next backyard party!

Yields: 4

Ingredients

4 oz. cream cheese, softened

1 c. shredded mozzarella

1/4 c. freshly grated Parmesan

1/2 c. frozen spinach, defrosted

1/2 c. chopped artichoke hearts

1 clove garlic, minced

pinch of crushed red pepper flakes (optional)

kosher salt

Freshly ground black pepper

1 1/2 lb. ground beef

4 Hamburger buns

Vegetable oil, for brushing

 

Directions

In a medium bowl, combine cream cheese, mozzarella, Parmesan, spinach, artichoke hearts, garlic and red pepper flakes (if using). Season with salt and pepper and mix until well combined.

Separate beef into 8 thin patties. Place a large dollop of the cream cheese mixture into the middle of a patty. Place another patty on top and pinch the seams together. Repeat with remaining ingredients.

Season patties with salt and pepper and refrigerate until ready to grill.

Preheat grill to medium-high heat. Grease the grates with vegetable oil then add the patties. Grill until cooked to your liking, about 4 minutes per side for medium.

Place on burger buns and serve warm.

 

Adapted from Delish.com