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16 Recipes That Prove Burgers Are the King of Summer Cookouts

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16 Recipes That Prove Burgers Are the King of Summer Cookouts

Bruschetta Burger
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In celebration of warmer weather, there's simply nothing better than a perfectly charred, ridiculously juicy burger — whether it's nestled between two truffle mac 'n' cheese buns, threaded onto a skewer, or transformed into a classic cheddar cheeseburger. Here are a few takes on this American classic that we can't stop craving.

Shake Shack Shackburger

Shake Shack Shackburger
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Before getting experimental with burger variations, it's important to learn how to make a cheeseburger the right way. We can think of no better take on this cookout star than NYC icon Shake Shack's Shackburger.

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Goat Cheese Guac Burgers With Cheddar and Caramelized Onions

Goat Cheese Guac Burgers With Cheddar and Caramelized Onions
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There's a lot going on with this option: the patties are stuffed with goat cheese and toppings include guacamole, cheddar, barbecue mayo, and caramelized onions.

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Hawaiian Burger

Hawaiian Burger
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Grilled pineapple rings and tangy teriyaki sauce give this otherwise classic burger a must-try Hawaiian twist.

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Taleggio Burgers With Spicy Pancetta and Pear and Blueberry Chutney

Taleggio Burgers With Spicy Pancetta and Pear and Blueberry Chutney
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Bold and funky taleggio, salty pancetta, and a sweet pear and blueberry compote add interest to this recipe.

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Fried Mozzarella and Caramelized Peach Caprese Burger

Fried Mozzarella and Caramelized Peach Caprese Burger
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For a supersummery take on the burger, make this caprese-inspired riff that's topped with fried mozzarella, caramelized peaches, and basil.

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Blue Cheese Burgers

Blue Cheese Burgers
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Don't be afraid to mix blue cheese into your patty — the result is a heightened level of sophistication.

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Burger Skewers

Burger Skewers
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Let's face it: burgers are a messy food that's best eaten sitting down. That is, unless you make them mini and thread them onto skewers for a cocktail-party finger-food twist.

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Ramen Burger

Ramen Burger
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Get in on the ramen craze by making our take on Keizo Shimamoto's shoyu-glazed ramen burger.

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Queso Hamburger

Queso Hamburger
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Instead of a slice of cheddar, top your cheeseburger with tangy homemade queso.

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Burger With Homemade Potato Buns and Secret Sauce

Burger With Homemade Potato Buns and Secret Sauce
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Homemade potato buns, macerated onions, and secret sauce take this burger from ordinary to extraordinary.

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Scallion-and-Brie-Stuffed Burgers

Scallion-and-Brie-Stuffed Burgers
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The highbrow take on Minnesota's iconic Juicy Lucy is stuffed with an oozing brie center and slathered with spicy scallion mayo.

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Eggs Benedict Burger

Eggs Benedict Burger
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For a meatier dinner-ready take on eggs benedict, substitute a burger patty for Canadian bacon.

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Truffle Mac 'n' Cheese Burger

Truffle Mac 'n' Cheese Burger
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Indulge in two epic comfort foods — mac 'n' cheese and a juicy burger — in one bite with this recipe that transforms creamy, cheesy pasta into burger buns.

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Totchos Supreme Burgers

Totchos Supreme Burgers
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No need to choose between nachos, tater tots, or burgers; this recipe has it all.

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Monte Cristo Burger

Monte Cristo Burger
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You've had Monte Cristo sandwiches and classic cheeseburgers, but have you ever tried a Monte Cristo burger (an ingenious mashup of the two)? It's topped with prosciutto chips — just sayin'!

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Bruschetta Burger

Bruschetta Burger
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Take advantage of fresh Summer produce by topping a burger with traditional bruschetta ingredients.

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