2025 Derby Burger Challenge™
Kentucky Fiesta Cheeseburger
Created By Ira Mowman, Louisville, KY

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Ingredients

Makes 4 burgers

• 1 lb Kentucky Cattlemen’s 80/20 Ground Beef 
  
• 2 tsp Dan-O’s Chipotle Seasoning
  
• 1 tsp Sea Salt
  
• 1 tsp Rosemary
• 4 tbsp Pico de Gallo
• 4 tbsp Avocado Spread
• 2 oz Chihuahua Cheese
  
• 1/2 cup 80 Acres Farms Romaine Calm Blend Mix
• 2 Sesame Seed Buns 
  

Instructions

1. Combine ground beef with Dan-O’s, Salt, and Rosemary, and form circular patties. 
2. Cook beef to desired temperature (USDA recommends at least 160o F for safety).3. Just before removing from heat, top burger with chihuahua cheese and allow it to melt.
4. Assemble burger. Spread Avocado spread on the bottom bun, followed by the cooked patty, then top with the Pico and Romaine Calm Blend, spread more Avocado spread if desired, and place the top bun on top
5. Enjoy!

Recipe Courtesy of Ira Mowman, 2025 Kentucky Derby Burger Challenge

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