"Jucy" Lucys

Directions

1. 1
   Divide the meat into 12 loose balls, then form into 1/4-inch-thick patties.
2. 2
   Fold 1 slice cheese into a small square; center it on a patty, leaving a 1/2-inch border of meat around the cheese.
3. 3
   Top with another patty.
4. 4
   Crimp the edges of the 2 patties together, sealing the cheese inside.
5. 5
   Repeat with the remaining cheese and meat to make 6 cheese-stuffed patties.
6. 6
   Warm the vegetable oil in a cast-iron skillet over medium-high heat.
7. 7
   Add the onion and cook, stirring, until browned, about 10 minutes.
8. 8
   Transfer the onion to a bowl and wipe out the skillet.
9. 9
   Add the patties to the skillet, season with salt and pepper, and cook 7 to 8 minutes.
10. 10
    Flip, then poke the middle of each patty with a toothpick to release steam; cook 7 more minutes for medium well.
11. 11
    Put about 3 pickle slices on each bottom bun; top with the sauteed onion and a patty, then close with the top bun.
12. 12
    Wait a few minutes before biting into the burger-the cheese is hot!
13. 13
    Photograph by Tina Rupp