10 Kid-Friendly Upgrades to Your Ordinary Cheeseburger
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There are few foods as universally loved by kids as cheeseburgers. But you don't have to bust out the grill to enjoy them all year round — just broil, panfry, or even bake them for a quick and easy dinner. We've rounded up some tasty variations on the classic ooey-gooey patties that cook up in a snap, making cheeseburgers a great weeknight meal. Click through for some of our favorite takes on the classic burger!
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Cheeseburger Pizza Pie
Instead of popping that juicy burger on a roll, try this inventive recipe from BlogChef for cheeseburger pizza. This easy family dinner can be topped with your favorite burger toppings for a really unique meal.
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The Iowa Burger
Iowa Girl Eats put this cheeseburger together to showcase two of Iowa's quintessential flavors — bacon and sweet corn. The two work together to create a sweet and savory cheeseburger that offers tons of juicy flavor.
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Bacon Cheeseburger Braid
How fun is this Bacon Cheeseburger Braid? It can be sliced and divided up for the whole family to eat!
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BBQ Chicken Burgers
Instead of traditional ground beef, try this flavorful recipe for chicken burgers from Eclectic Recipes. These burgers cook best on an indoor grill or a frying pan and are wonderfully tender and flavorful.
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Stuffed Hatch Chili Burgers
Why not double down on the cheese by stuffing your next burgers? Here's a recipe for stuffed cheeseburgers from Confections of a Foodie Bride that will have the whole family asking for seconds. If your kids aren't fans of green chilies, you can swap them for red or green peppers.
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Vegan Spicy Black Bean Burgers
Go with a healthy option for a spin on the traditional juicy patty with a vegan black bean burger. Packed with healthy grains and protein, this burger is topped with vegan cheese, and kids will love the hint of spice.
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One Pot Cheeseburger Casserole
This casserole totally hits the spot. With hamburger, cheese, and pasta baked right in, this cheeseburger casserole from Damn Delicious is serious comfort food.
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Cheeseburger Stuffed Shells
Consider this one a combination of your kids' favorite things — pasta and cheeseburgers! The best part about these Cheeseburger Stuffed Shells is that you don't have to light the grill for them!
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Fresh Herb-Filled Turkey Burger
For a lighter version of the traditional burger, try this herb-filled turkey burger topped with Tillamook swiss cheese.
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Cheeseburger Tater Tot Casserole
I can't think of a single child I know that would turn down this Cheeseburger Tater Tot Casserole!
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Cheeseburger Pasta
A classic recipe from the side of the Campbell's soup can, cheeseburger pasta has been a childhood favorite for years.
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Cheeseburger Gnocchi
Whoever said burgers had to go between buns? This Cheeseburger Gnocchi combines pillowy soft gnocchi, meat, and cheese for the ultimate melt-in-your-mouth meal!