Posted by Tastefully Simple on August 27, 2020
Had a burger lately? Chances are good that you have; according to The National Provisioner, 57% of consumers eat burgers at least once a week. There are currently more than 50,000 “burger joints” in the U.S. But while the drive-thru is a convenient option, it’s just as easy to make delicious burgers at home. No culinary degree required!
I’m cooking for myself these days, and find that hamburgers are a quick and easy choice for meals. I keep pre-made patties in the freezer and two or three times a week I just pull one out, pop it on the electric grill and dinner is ready in just a few minutes.
Admittedly, this routine could become a bit monotonous. One of great benefits of burgers, though, is that you don’t have to be a chef to create “designer” versions. It’s easy and fun to change ‘em up with simple add-ins and toppers.
Here are a few of the best burgers I’ve been enjoying lately:
Ultimate Beef Burgers. The super-simple secret to this one is the seasoning: Ultimate Steak™ Seasoning. Since discovering this perfect blend of bold pepper, sea salt, red bell pepper and paprika, I won’t use anything else in my beef recipes. I simply give both sides of my beef patty with Ultimate Steak™ Seasoning before grilling.
Tropical Teriyaki Burgers. Mixing Honey Teriyaki Sauce into the beef before forming into patties adds a distinctive flavor that is enhanced after grilling by sweet pineapple slices, crispy bacon and melty cheese.
Cowboy Burgers. Yee-haw! I finally found a use for that can of French-fried onions besides green bean casserole. The onion crunch is just the crowning glory of this hearty burger, which also showcases the flavor Smoky Bacon BBQ Sauce.
Fiesta Burgers. I never really “got” the appeal of avocado until Tastefully Simple introduced me to this recipe that added a little fiesta to the mix.
If you’re not feeling ambitious enough to use a recipe, it’s simple enough just to top your burger with any of a great variety of toppers. Next time you’re feeling creative – and hungry – let the plain hamburger patty become a blank canvas for exciting new flavor combinations. A world of possibilities is as close as your own pantry!