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Ingredients
- Pimiento Cheese
- 2 oz diced pimientos, drained
- 1 cup (about 4 oz) shredded cheddar cheese
- 2 tablespoons nonfat Greek yogurt
- 2 tablespoons mayonnaise (I used light)
- 1/4 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
- Burgers
- 1 lb ground beef (I used 85% lean)
- 3/4 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
- few shakes of Worcestershire sauce
- 4 burger buns
- tomato, lettuce, and red onion (optional garnish)
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Nutrition Facts
| Amount Per Recipe | %DV |
|---|---|
| Recipe Size 633g | |
| Calories 1483 | |
| Calories from Fat 1066 | 72% |
| Total Fat 118.64g | 148% |
| Saturated Fat 45.33g | 181% |
| Trans Fat 0.0g | |
| Cholesterol 367mg | 122% |
| Sodium 2999mg | 125% |
| Potassium 1442mg | 41% |
| Total Carbs 6.26g | 2% |
| Dietary Fiber 0.9g | 3% |
| Sugars 4.42g | 3% |
| Protein 93.65g | 150% |
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