Cheese-Stuffed Smothered Burgers with Spicy Ketchup and BBQ Sweet Potato Fries

Get ready for a burger that’s packed with flavor and texture. These beef patties are stuffed with melted pepper jack cheese, then smothered with sautéed green peppers and onions. A secret spicy ketchup adds just the right kick and crispy BBQ sweet potato fries complete the meal.

This recipe is perfect for a satisfying dinner that feels special but comes together easily. The cheese-stuffed patties stay juicy and the toppings make every bite delicious. Serve with extra hot sauce on the side for those who like it hot.

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Ingredients

4 unit Sweet PotatoesView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

2 unit Yellow OnionView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

2 unit Long Green PepperView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

2 tablespoon Sweet and Smoky BBQ SeasoningView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

20 ounce Ground BeefView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

1 cup Pepper Jack CheeseView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

2 teaspoon Hot SauceView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

4 unit Potato BunsView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

5 teaspoon Vegetable OilView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

SaltView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

PepperView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 425°F with rack in top position. Wash and dry produce. Cut sweet potatoes into ½-inch-thick wedges. Halve, peel and thinly slice onions. Core and deseed green peppers, then thinly slice. In a small bowl, combine ketchup and hot sauce to taste for spicy ketchup.
2. Toss sweet potatoes on a baking sheet with a drizzle of oil, salt, pepper and half the BBQ seasoning. Bake on top rack, flipping once, until browned and tender, 20-25 minutes.
3. Meanwhile, heat a drizzle of oil in a large pan over medium-high heat. Add onions and green peppers; cook, stirring, until browned and softened, 7-9 minutes. Season with salt and pepper. Transfer to a plate; set aside. Wipe out pan.
4. In a large bowl, combine beef, remaining BBQ seasoning and a pinch of salt and pepper. Divide into 4 equal portions. Flatten each into a ½-inch-thick round. Set aside half the cheese. Divide remaining cheese among the centers of the rounds. Fold edges of meat around cheese, shaping and sealing to create cheese-stuffed patties. Season all over with salt and pepper.
5. Heat a drizzle of oil in the same pan over medium-high heat. Cook patties 3-5 minutes per side to desired doneness. Carefully top each patty with some onions and peppers (you may have extra), then sprinkle with remaining cheese. Cover pan until cheese melts, about 1 minute.
6. While burgers cook, halve buns and place on a baking sheet. Toast in oven until golden, 2-3 minutes. Spread cut sides with spicy ketchup. Place smothered patties on bun bottoms. Drizzle with extra hot sauce if desired. Serve with sweet potato fries and any remaining onions and peppers on the side.

Recipe Tips

FAQ

Can I use a different type of cheese?

Yes, you can substitute pepper jack with Monterey Jack, cheddar or any melting cheese you prefer.

Can I make the spicy ketchup ahead of time?

Absolutely! The spicy ketchup can be prepared up to a day in advance and stored in the refrigerator.

How do I know when the burgers are done?

Cook the patties for 3-5 minutes per side for medium doneness. Use a meat thermometer: 160°F for well done.