There's nothing quite like the taste of a juicy, perfectly grilled burger. But for many home cooks, achieving that perfect burger can be a bit tricky. Whether you're new to grilling or just looking to up your burger game, here are some tips and tricks for getting the most out of your burgers.
1. Season generously. Before grilling, season your burgers generously with salt and pepper. If you like, you can also add other seasonings like garlic powder or onion powder for extra flavor.
2. Preheat the grill. Before you start cooking, preheat your grill to high heat. This will ensure that the burgers cook quickly and develop a nice crust.
3. Don't press down on the burgers. As the burgers cook, resist the urge to press down on them with a spatula. This will only release the flavorful juices and can dry out the burgers.
4. Cook to the right temperature. Use a meat thermometer to ensure that your burgers are cooked to the right temperature. For beef burgers, the safe internal temperature is 160°F.
5. Rest the burgers. After taking the burgers off the grill, let them rest for a few minutes before serving. This will allow the juices to redistribute throughout the meat, making for a juicier burger.
With these tips and tricks, you'll be well on your way to grilling the perfect beef burger. Experiment with different seasonings, toppings, and buns to find your ultimate burger combination – Or, check out some of our ideas below. Happy grilling!
| All-American: Fried Pickles, American Cheese, Relish & Chips. | Alpine: Covered with Sautéed Mushrooms & Swiss cheese. |
| Anchovy: Stuffed with Anchovies, Mozzarella & Pizza Sauce. | Aphrodisiac: Stuffed with Oysters & Dressed with Steak Sauce. |
| Au Poivre: Topped with Bleu Cheese, Parsley & Mozzarella. | Bacon Cheddar: Bacon, Cheddar, Onion Strings & BBQ Sauce. |
| Bacon Jam: Goat Cheese, Bacon Jam & Caramelized Onions. | Bagel: Onion & Tomato, then Served with Cream Cheese. |
| Bao-Wow: Chili with Soy-Ginger Mayo & Asian Slaw. | Barbecue: Tangy Barbecue Sauce & Hot Peppers. |
| Basic: Seasoned with Salt & Pepper. | Beany: Cajun Seasoned, then Topped with Pork & Beans. |
| Beef LT: Crispy Bacon, Lettuce, Tomato & Mayo. | Beefster: Topped with Roast Beef, Horseradish & Muenster. |
| Big Island: Mozzarella, Bacon & Pineapple. | Billy: Ketchup Only, then Cut in Half to Eat. |
| Bistro: Onions, Brie Cheese & Crispy Bacon. | Black Jack: Jack Cheese, Mayo, Onions & Tomatoes. |
| Bleu Cheese: Crumbled Bleu Cheese & Bacon. | Blue Bayou: Bleu Cheese, Lettuce, Tomatoes & Hot Pepper Mayo. |
| Blue Moon: Blue Cheese, Lettuce, Tomato & Sautéed Mushrooms. | Breakfast: Diced Ham, Cheddar, Mushrooms & Green Peppers. |
| Brie: Warm Brie, Granny Smith Apples & Spicy Mustard. | Brocco: Melted Cheddar Cheese & Cooked Broccoli. |
| Bruschetta: Italian-Seasoned, Topped with Fresh Basil & Tomato. | Burger Al Forno: Italian-Seasoned, Topped with Garlic & Rosemary. |
| Caesar: Caesar Dressing, Avocado & Romaine Lettuce. | Cajun: Jalapeño Cheese, Chili Mayo & Pico de Gallo Sauce. |
| California: Chopped Walnuts, Garlic & Guacamole. | Capri: Smoked Mozzarella, Parmesan Flakes & Crispy Prosciutto. |
| Cheesy Pizza: Pizza Sauce, Provolone, Cheddar & Mozzarella. | Chicago: Sweet Relish, Onions, Ketchup, Mustard & Peppers. |
| Chili: Covered in Chili and Shredded Cheese. | Chili Con Queso: Chili and Melted Jalapeño Cheese Sauce. |
| Classic: Ketchup, Mustard & Pickles. | Cordon Bleu: Sliced Ham, Swiss cheese & Dijon Mustard. |
| Corny: Tangy Corn Relish. | Cowboy: Grilled Mushrooms, Monterey Jack, Bacon & Onions. |
| Crabby: Shredded Crabmeat and Swiss cheese. | Dieter's: Low-Fat Cottage Cheese & No Bun. |
| Dilly: Fresh Dill, Onions, Mushrooms & Provolone. | Double Decker: Cheddar & Pizza Sauce Between Two Burgers. |
| Dragon: Limburger Cheese & Raw Onions. | Earth & Turf: Porcini Mushroom Sauce, Bell Peppers & Zucchini. |
| Egg: Fried or Scrambled Eggs. | Fajita: Guacamole, Sour Cream, Lettuce, Salsa & Tomatoes. |
| Feelin' Blue: Blue Cheese, Bacon Jam, Arugula & Onion Strings. | Five-Spice: Chinese five-spice with a Soy-Ginger Sauce. |
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Flank Steak: Cayenne Flank Steak & Black Bean Chili. |
French Bistro: Walnuts, Gruyere Cheese & Garlic Mustard Mayo. |
| French Dip: Provolone, Onion Strings, Horseradish Cream & Au Jus. | Garden-Fresh: Onions, Beets, Potatoes & Sour Cream. |
| Garlic: Garlic, Cheese & Garlic Mayo. | German: Aged Cheddar & Dusseldorf Mustard. |
| Ginger-Island: Soy Sauce, Ginger, Cilantro & Sesame Oil. | Good Morning: Bacon, Fried Egg, Tater Tots & American Cheese. |
| Gorgonzola: Gorgonzola & Sweet Mustard. | Gouda: Grilled Zucchini Slices & Gouda Cheese. |
| Greek: Feta, Black Olives & Onions. | Guac: Pepperjack Cheese, Guacamole, Pico de Gallo & Queso. |
| Gyro: Onions, Tomatoes & Yogurt Cucumber Dressing. | Hawaiian: Topped with Crushed Pineapple & Sweet and Sour Sauce. |
| Hickory: Cheddar, Bacon & Hickory Barbecue Sauce. | Horsey: Cheddar, Caramelized Grilled Onions & Horseradish Mayo. |
| Islander: Lettuce, Tomato, Pickles & Thousand Island Dressing. | Jalapeño: Hot Sauce, Jalapeños & Cheddar. |
| Kalamata: Chopped Greens, Olives & Cream Cheese. | Lucky: Mustard, Horseradish, Cheddar, Apples & Almonds. |
| Maui Wowwie: Swiss, Grilled Pineapple, Ham & Sriracha Mayo. | Meant to Brie: Brie, Garlic Sautéed Mushrooms & Truffle Aioli. |
| Mediterranean: Mediterranean Spices & Gyro Sauce. | Milanese: Breadcrumbs, Oregano & Parmesan Cheese. |
| North Woods: Wild Mushroom Sauce & Bell Peppers. | Olive Festival: Sliced Black & Green Olives. |
| Onion: Dried Onion Soup Mix & Raw Onions. | Outback: Tender Cactus, Green Salsa & Spicy Pepper Cheese. |
| Paradise: Melted Brick Cheese, Pineapple & Coconut. | Parisian: Crumbed Bleu Cheese, Red Onions & Tomatoes. |
| PB&B: Peanut Butter, Bacon, American Cheese & Jelly. | Peking: Peking Marinade & Mixed Greens. |
| Pepperific: Jalapeño, Relish, Pepper Jack & Steak Sauce. | Pepperoni: Pepperoni, Mozzarella & Pizza Sauce. |
| Pesto: Pesto Sauce, Cooked Spinach & Mozzarella. | Pineapple: Grilled Pineapple & Smoked Gruyere Cheese. |
| Pinwheel: Melted & Quartered Cheese in a Pinwheel Design. | Pita Pizza: Melted Italian Cheese & Herb Tomato Sauce. |
| Potato Chip: Potato Chips, Ketchup & Mustard. | Provolone: Provolone Cheese, Tomatoes & Black Olives. |
| Ranch-Hand: Pinto Beans, Bacon, Chilies & Cheddar Cheese. | Santa Fe: Chili Puree, Bean Dip, Guacamole & Sour Cream. |
| Scandinavian: Gruyere, Cheddar, Lettuce, Cucumber & Onion. | Shrimpy: Cream Cheese, Cocktail Sauce & Chopped Shrimp. |
| Shroom Lover: Sautéed Mushrooms, Swiss, Bacon Bits & Mayo. | Shroomy: Gorgonzola & Sautéed Cremini Mushrooms. |
| Simple: Layered with your Choice of Wisconsin Cheeses. | Simple Twist: Tomato & Grated Asiago Cheeses. |
| Smoky: Roasted Balsamic Onions, Bacon & Smoked Cheese. | Spicy: Melted Jack Cheese, Jalapeño Peppers & Onions. |
| Steakhouse: Gruyere, Caramelized Onions, Rosemary & Aioli. | Steakhouse Bacon: Bacon, Smoked Gouda & Onion Rings. |
| Sticky: Peanut Butter, Bacon & Jack Cheese. | Stroganoff: Sour Cream, Onions, Swiss, Lettuce & Tomato. |
| Sunshine: Avocado, Scallions, Sprouts & Cheddar. | Taco: Shredded Lettuce, Tomato, Sour Cream & Black Olives. |
| Texas Red: Chili, Cheddar, Monterey Jack & Grilled Onions. | Tex-Mex: Onions, Crispy Bacon & Creamy Guacamole. |
| Thai-Cobb: Avocado, Tomatoes, Bean Sprouts & Peanut Dressing. | The David: Mac 'n Cheese & Melted American Cheese. |
| The Hangover: Cheddar, Onions, Fried Egg & Bacon. | Tortilla: Onion, Tomato, Parmesan & Mozzarella Cheeses. |
| Tough Texan: Hot Sauce, Pepper Cheese & Barbecue Sauce. | Trattoria: Red Bell Peppers, Pesto Mayo & Mozzarella. |
| Truffle: Truffle Aioli, Aged Swiss & Bacon-Tomato Jam. | Veg-Head: Cucumber, Tomatoes, Sprouts & Dill Dressing. |
| Verde: Garlic & Italian Verde Sauce. | Walla Walla: Pan Fried in a Sweet & Sour Chutney. |
| West Indies: Cilantro, Garlic, Lime, Curry Powder & Hot Sauce. | Worcestershire: Mushrooms Sautéed in Worcestershire Sauce. |