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The Best Burgers in Texas: Austin, Dallas and Houston (2026)
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The Best Burgers in Texas: Austin, Dallas and Houston (2026)
Old drive-ins, honky-tonk burgers and serious smash burgers: the best burgers in Austin, Dallas and Houston.
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The Best Burgers in Wyoming (2026)
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The Best Burgers in Wyoming (2026)
Laramie's Born in a Barn, Cheyenne diners, Casper favorites and Rock Springs: where to eat the best burgers in Wyoming.
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The Best Burgers in West Virginia: Diners and Drive-Ins (2026)
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The Best Burgers in West Virginia: Diners and Drive-Ins (2026)
The best burgers in West Virginia: Farmer's Daughter in Capon Bridge, Creeker's Diner, Oscar's, Maloney's Pub and classic drive-ins.
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The Best Burgers in Virginia: Richmond Burger Guide (2026)
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The Best Burgers in Virginia: Richmond Burger Guide (2026)
The best burgers in Virginia: Richmond's Northside smash burger counters and busy burger bars in the Fan, Museum District and Scott's Addition.
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The Best Burgers in Vermont (2026)
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The Best Burgers in Vermont (2026)
Grass-fed beef, freight-house grills and Burlington pubs: where to eat the best burgers in Vermont, from Burlington to South Royalton.
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The Best Burgers in South Dakota (2026)
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The Best Burgers in South Dakota (2026)
Nick's in Brookings, Summerset's award winner, Sioux Falls Burger Battle picks and Rapid City spots: South Dakota's best burgers.
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The Best Burgers in South Carolina: Charleston and Beyond (2026)
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The Best Burgers in South Carolina: Charleston and Beyond (2026)
The best burgers in South Carolina: Husk and Poe's Tavern near Charleston, Pawleys Front Porch in Columbia, and Upstate drive-ins.
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The Best Burgers in Rhode Island (2026)
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The Best Burgers in Rhode Island (2026)
From Haven Brothers' late-night diner to Chomp's smash burgers and Stanley's in Central Falls: the best burgers in Rhode Island.
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The Best Burgers in North Dakota (2026)
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The Best Burgers in North Dakota (2026)
JL Beers, Burger Royale champions and Bismarck favorites: where to eat the best burgers in North Dakota, city by city.
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The Best Burgers in New Jersey (2026): Sliders to Shore Shacks
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The Best Burgers in New Jersey (2026): Sliders to Shore Shacks
From Hackensack sliders to Newark tavern cheeseburgers and Shore drive-ins: where to eat the best burgers in New Jersey.
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The Best Burgers in New Hampshire (2026)
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The Best Burgers in New Hampshire (2026)
Award-winning burgers from the Seacoast to the White Mountains: where to eat the best burgers in New Hampshire, region by region.
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The Best Burgers in Nebraska: Omaha and Beyond (2026)
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The Best Burgers in Nebraska: Omaha and Beyond (2026)
The best burgers in Nebraska: Omaha's old-school bar and grills, Block 16's Croque Garçon and new smash burger shops, plus a Bellevue classic.
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The Best Burgers in Montana (2026)
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The Best Burgers in Montana (2026)
From Billings and Missoula to Livingston's seasonal drive-in: where to eat the best burgers in Montana, town by town.
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The Best Burgers in Mississippi: Slugburgers and More (2026)
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The Best Burgers in Mississippi: Slugburgers and More (2026)
The best burgers in Mississippi: Stamps Super Burgers in Jackson, Corinth slugburgers, Tupelo doughburgers and Gulf Coast favorites.
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The Best Burgers in Maryland: Baltimore Burger Guide (2026)
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The Best Burgers in Maryland: Baltimore Burger Guide (2026)
The best burgers in Maryland: Baltimore's smash burger bars in Canton, Highlandtown and Fells Point, plus Hampden pubs and Old Bay touches.
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The Best Burgers in Maine (2026)
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The Best Burgers in Maine (2026)
From Biddeford's Palace Diner to Harmon's Lunch and Rapid Ray's: where to eat the best burgers in Maine, town by town.
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The Best Burgers in Kentucky: Louisville Burger Guide (2026)
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The Best Burgers in Kentucky: Louisville Burger Guide (2026)
The best burgers in Kentucky: Louisville's smash burger taverns, bourbon-friendly burger bars, butcher-shop burgers and an old trolley burger stand.
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The Best Burgers in Kansas: Cozy Inn to NuWay (2026)
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The Best Burgers in Kansas: Cozy Inn to NuWay (2026)
The best burgers in Kansas: Cozy Inn onion sliders in Salina, NuWay crumbly burgers in Wichita, plus Topeka, Pittsburg and Kansas City picks.
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The Best Burgers in Iowa (2026): Contest Winners and Maid-Rites
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The Best Burgers in Iowa (2026): Contest Winners and Maid-Rites
Iowa's Best Burger winners, smash burger favorites and the loose meat Maid-Rite: where to eat the best burgers in Iowa.
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The Best Burgers in Indiana: Indianapolis and Beyond (2026)
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The Best Burgers in Indiana: Indianapolis and Beyond (2026)
The best burgers in Indiana: an Indianapolis tavern dating to 1919, smash burger shops and burger bars, plus a sirloin burger stop in West Lafayette.
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The Best Burgers in Idaho: Boise Drive-Ins and Smash Burgers (2026)
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The Best Burgers in Idaho: Boise Drive-Ins and Smash Burgers (2026)
The best burgers in Idaho: Boise's decades-old drive-ins, new smash burger counters and plenty of Idaho potatoes on the side.
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The Best Burgers in Hawaii: Honolulu and Beyond (2026)
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The Best Burgers in Hawaii: Honolulu and Beyond (2026)
The best burgers in Hawaii: Honolulu's teriyaki burgers, drive-ins, smash burgers and local-beef shops, plus a North Shore detour to Haleiwa.
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The Best Burgers in Delaware (2026)
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The Best Burgers in Delaware (2026)
From Wilmington's Charcoal Pit to the Rehoboth boardwalk: where to eat the best burgers in Delaware, region by region.
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The Best Burgers in Connecticut: New Haven and Beyond (2026)
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The Best Burgers in Connecticut: New Haven and Beyond (2026)
The best burgers in Connecticut: Louis' Lunch and New Haven's gastropubs, bars and steakhouse burgers, plus the state's steamed cheeseburgers.
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The Best Burgers in Arkansas: Little Rock and Beyond (2026)
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The Best Burgers in Arkansas: Little Rock and Beyond (2026)
The best burgers in Arkansas: Little Rock's The Box, David's Burgers and Copper Grill, plus Johnson's Country Cookin' in Melbourne.
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The Best Burgers in Alaska (2026)
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The Best Burgers in Alaska (2026)
Arctic Roadrunner, Tommy's Burger Stop, Juneau's Pucker Wilson's and Fairbanks picks: where to eat the best burgers in Alaska.
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The Best Burgers in Alabama: Birmingham to Mobile (2026)
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The Best Burgers in Alabama: Birmingham to Mobile (2026)
The best burgers in Alabama, from Chez Fonfon and Hamburger Heaven in Birmingham to Callaghan's and Butch Cassidy's in Mobile.
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Why Are My Burgers Dry? 8 Causes and How to Fix Them
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Why Are My Burgers Dry? 8 Causes and How to Fix Them
The most common reasons burgers turn out dry, from lean beef to overcooking, and simple fixes for juicier patties.
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Lodge vs. Le Creuset Cast Iron for Burgers: Which to Choose
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Lodge vs. Le Creuset Cast Iron for Burgers: Which to Choose
Seasoned Lodge cast iron vs. enameled Le Creuset for burgers: searing, smash burgers, grilling, cleanup and durability.
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How to Tell if a Burger Is Done Without a Thermometer
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How to Tell if a Burger Is Done Without a Thermometer
Touch, timing and cut tests for burger doneness, how far you can trust them, and why a thermometer still matters.
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How to Make Burgers for a Crowd (Planning, Prep and Cooking)
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How to Make Burgers for a Crowd (Planning, Prep and Cooking)
How much beef to buy, how to prep patties ahead and the best ways to cook and hold burgers for a big group.
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How to Keep Burgers Warm (Without Drying Them Out)
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How to Keep Burgers Warm (Without Drying Them Out)
The best ways to hold cooked burgers hot and safe, from a low oven to a cooler, plus tips to keep them juicy.
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How to Cook Burgers on a Blackstone Griddle (Smash and Thick)
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How to Cook Burgers on a Blackstone Griddle (Smash and Thick)
Step-by-step Blackstone griddle burgers: preheating, smash and thick patty times, melting cheese, grease and cleanup.
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Copycat Burger Recipes: Make Your Fast-Food Favorites at Home
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Copycat Burger Recipes: Make Your Fast-Food Favorites at Home
Recreate the In-N-Out Double-Double, Shake Shack burger, Big Mac, Five Guys and Whataburger at home.
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Burger Bar Party Guide: Menu, Setup and Food Safety
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Burger Bar Party Guide: Menu, Setup and Food Safety
Plan a build-your-own burger bar: quantities, patties, buns, toppings, sauces, sides, table setup and food safety.
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Blackstone vs. Camp Chef Griddle: Which Is Better for Burgers?
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Blackstone vs. Camp Chef Griddle: Which Is Better for Burgers?
How Blackstone and Camp Chef outdoor griddles compare on size, versatility, grease management and burger cooking.
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Best Store-Bought Burger Buns: Types and What to Look For
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Best Store-Bought Burger Buns: Types and What to Look For
How potato, sesame, brioche, pretzel and other store-bought burger buns compare, and how to pick the right one.
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Best Outdoor Griddle for Burgers: Sizes, Types and Features
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Best Outdoor Griddle for Burgers: Sizes, Types and Features
What to look for in an outdoor griddle for burgers, by type and size, with features that make cooking and cleanup easier.
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The Best Burgers in Washington: Seattle and Beyond (2026)
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The Best Burgers in Washington: Seattle and Beyond (2026)
The best burgers in Washington: Seattle tavern burgers, smash burgers and global spins, plus the classic Dick's Drive-In.
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The Best Burgers in Utah: A Salt Lake City Guide (2026)
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The Best Burgers in Utah: A Salt Lake City Guide (2026)
The best burgers in Utah: pastrami burgers at Crown Burgers, fry sauce at Hires Big H, and Salt Lake City bar, smash and chef burgers.
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The Best Burgers in Oregon: Portland Taverns, Carts and More (2026)
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The Best Burgers in Oregon: Portland Taverns, Carts and More (2026)
The best burgers in Oregon: Portland smash burgers, food cart doubles and chef-driven steam burgers, plus Burgerville across the state.
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The Best Burgers in Oklahoma: Oklahoma City and El Reno (2026)
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The Best Burgers in Oklahoma: Oklahoma City and El Reno (2026)
The best burgers in Oklahoma: fried onion burgers in El Reno and Oklahoma City, plus Bar Arbolada, The Goose and Patty Wagon.
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The Best Burgers in Ohio: Columbus and Beyond (2026)
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The Best Burgers in Ohio: Columbus and Beyond (2026)
The best burgers in Ohio: Columbus smash burgers and historic taverns, plus a detour to Akron for a Swensons Galley Boy.
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The Best Burgers in North Carolina: A Charlotte Guide (2026)
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The Best Burgers in North Carolina: A Charlotte Guide (2026)
The best burgers in North Carolina: Carolina-style chili and slaw burgers, a 1950s drive-in and Charlotte's best neighborhood joints.
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The Best Burgers in New York: NYC Taverns to Smash Counters (2026)
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The Best Burgers in New York: NYC Taverns to Smash Counters (2026)
Where to eat the best burgers in New York, from J.G. Melon and Minetta Tavern to 7th Street Burger and Hamburger America.
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The Best Burgers in Nevada: Las Vegas On and Off the Strip (2026)
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The Best Burgers in Nevada: Las Vegas On and Off the Strip (2026)
The best burgers in Nevada: Las Vegas steakhouse burgers at Peter Luger and Spago, Holsteins, Fukuburger, With Love, Always and more.
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The Best Burgers in Missouri: Kansas City and St. Louis (2026)
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The Best Burgers in Missouri: Kansas City and St. Louis (2026)
The best burgers in Missouri: Kansas City steakburgers and smash burgers, plus Carl's Drive-In on Route 66 near St. Louis.
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The Best Burgers in Michigan: Detroit Sliders and Bar Burgers (2026)
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The Best Burgers in Michigan: Detroit Sliders and Bar Burgers (2026)
The best burgers in Michigan: Detroit onion sliders at Motz's, Miller's Bar in Dearborn, Grey Ghost, Dirty Shake and more.
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The Best Burgers in Massachusetts: Boston and Cambridge (2026)
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The Best Burgers in Massachusetts: Boston and Cambridge (2026)
The best burgers in Massachusetts: Neptune Oyster's fried-oyster burger, Alden & Harlow, Mr. Bartley's, smash burgers and game-day picks.
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The Best Burgers in Illinois: A Chicago Guide (2026)
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The Best Burgers in Illinois: A Chicago Guide (2026)
Where to eat the best burgers in Illinois, from Au Cheval and Billy Goat Tavern to Chicago's smash burger counters and pop-ups.
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The Best Burgers in Florida: Miami and South Florida (2026)
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The Best Burgers in Florida: Miami and South Florida (2026)
The best burgers in Florida: Miami smash burgers, onion burgers and chef-driven doubles, plus Le Tub's sirloin burger in Hollywood.
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The Best Burgers in Arizona: Phoenix, Tempe and Scottsdale (2026)
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The Best Burgers in Arizona: Phoenix, Tempe and Scottsdale (2026)
The best burgers in Arizona: mesquite burgers at The Chuckbox, Harvey's Wineburger, smash burgers at Stoop Kid and The Stand, and more.
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Best Burgers in America (2026): One Pick From Every City
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Best Burgers in America (2026): One Pick From Every City
One standout burger from each PlanetBurger city guide, from Detroit sliders to New Mexico green chile cheeseburgers.
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Best Burger Sauces and Spreads (Classic and Creative)
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Best Burger Sauces and Spreads (Classic and Creative)
Special sauce, fry sauce, aioli, chipotle mayo and more: the best burger sauces, what's in them and which burgers they suit.
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How Much Ground Beef Per Burger (and Per Person)
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How Much Ground Beef Per Burger (and Per Person)
Patty sizes, how many burgers per pound, how much beef per person and party, and how much weight burgers lose when cooked.
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Best Burger Toppings: Classic, Creative and How to Stack Them
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Best Burger Toppings: Classic, Creative and How to Stack Them
Classic and creative burger toppings, proven combinations, and the stacking order that keeps your bun from going soggy.
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How to Reheat a Burger So It Stays Juicy (Oven, Pan, Microwave)
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How to Reheat a Burger So It Stays Juicy (Oven, Pan, Microwave)
The best ways to reheat a burger without drying it out, plus safe temperatures and how long leftover burgers keep.
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How to Form Burger Patties: Size, Weight, and Thickness
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How to Form Burger Patties: Size, Weight, and Thickness
How to shape burger patties that cook evenly: the right weight, thickness and width, plus gentle handling and the dimple trick.
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How to Cook Frozen Burgers (Stove, Grill, Oven, Air Fryer)
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How to Cook Frozen Burgers (Stove, Grill, Oven, Air Fryer)
Cook burgers straight from the freezer: times for skillet, grill, oven and air fryer, plus how to tell when they're done.
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How Long to Grill Burgers (Time Chart by Thickness and Doneness)
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How Long to Grill Burgers (Time Chart by Thickness and Doneness)
Grill time charts for ½-, ¾- and 1-inch burgers from rare to well-done, plus grill temps and how to know they're done.
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The Smash Burger Gear Guide: 7 Tools Compared
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The Smash Burger Gear Guide: 7 Tools Compared
The seven burger tools we recommend, compared: what each is for, whether you need it, what to look for and how to care for it.
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The Juicy Lucy Showdown: Matt's Bar vs. the 5-8 Club
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The Juicy Lucy Showdown: Matt's Bar vs. the 5-8 Club
Matt's Bar and the 5-8 Club both claim the cheese-stuffed Juicy Lucy. How to try both, what to order, and how to make one at home.
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A New York Burger Crawl: 4 Downtown Stops You Can Walk
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A New York Burger Crawl: 4 Downtown Stops You Can Walk
Four standout downtown New York burgers on one walkable route, from a fried onion smash burger to a dry-aged splurge.
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How to Make Juicy Turkey Burgers That Aren't Dry
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How to Make Juicy Turkey Burgers That Aren't Dry
Turkey burgers dry out because ground turkey is lean. Which turkey to buy, how to add moisture and flavor and the safe temperature to cook to.
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How to Clean a Cast Iron Skillet After Cooking Burgers
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How to Clean a Cast Iron Skillet After Cooking Burgers
How to clean burger grease and stuck-on crust from cast iron without damaging the seasoning, whether soap is OK, and how to fix rust.
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The Best Oil for Smash Burgers (and Whether You Need Any)
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The Best Oil for Smash Burgers (and Whether You Need Any)
Which fats handle the high heat smash burgers need, which to avoid, approximate smoke points, and why a thin film is enough with 80/20 beef.
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Charcoal vs. Gas Grill for Burgers: Which Is Better?
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Charcoal vs. Gas Grill for Burgers: Which Is Better?
How charcoal and gas grills compare for burgers on heat, flavor, convenience and cost, plus how to get great burgers on either one.
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Are Wagyu Burgers Worth It? What the Label Really Means
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Are Wagyu Burgers Worth It? What the Label Really Means
What American Wagyu, purebred and A5 really mean, how ground wagyu cooks, and when a wagyu burger is worth paying more for.
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Dry-Aged Beef Burgers, Explained: Flavor, Cost and Cooking
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Dry-Aged Beef Burgers, Explained: Flavor, Cost and Cooking
What dry-aging does to beef, why a dry-aged burger tastes so different, why it costs more, and how to cook one well at home.
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How to Tell If Ground Beef Is Bad (and Why Gray Is Often Fine)
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How to Tell If Ground Beef Is Bad (and Why Gray Is Often Fine)
Why gray ground beef is often fine, the real signs it has spoiled, and how long raw ground beef keeps in the fridge and freezer.
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Who Invented the Hamburger? The Competing Claims
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Who Invented the Hamburger? The Competing Claims
Five towns claim the first hamburger. Here's each story, what the records show, and why nobody can settle it for sure.
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How to Make Sliders for a Crowd (Sheet Pan or Griddle)
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How to Make Sliders for a Crowd (Sheet Pan or Griddle)
Two easy ways to make burger sliders for parties: one big sheet-pan patty cut into squares, or mini smashed patties on a griddle with onions.
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How to Smoke Burgers: Temperature, Time and Tips
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How to Smoke Burgers: Temperature, Time and Tips
Smoked burgers on a pellet grill or smoker: the right temperature, how long they take, the best woods, a reverse-sear crust, and why they stay pink.
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How to Caramelize Onions for Burgers (Sweet, Jammy, No Sugar)
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How to Caramelize Onions for Burgers (Sweet, Jammy, No Sugar)
Real caramelized onions take time, not sugar. How to make sweet, jammy onions for burgers, how long it takes and how to make them ahead.
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Is It Safe to Eat a Medium-Rare Burger? What USDA Says
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Is It Safe to Eat a Medium-Rare Burger? What USDA Says
Why a pink burger is riskier than a rare steak, what USDA recommends, and what to know before ordering or cooking burgers below 160°F.
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How to Make Juicy Burgers: 9 Tips That Actually Work
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How to Make Juicy Burgers: 9 Tips That Actually Work
Dry burgers come from lean beef, overworking and overcooking. Nine simple habits for juicy burgers every time, on the grill or in a pan.
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How to Keep Burgers From Falling Apart: 9 Fixes That Work
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How to Keep Burgers From Falling Apart: 9 Fixes That Work
Crumbling patties usually come down to the beef, the temperature or the flip. The common causes of falling-apart burgers and how to fix each one.
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How to Cook Burgers on a Griddle (Flat-Top or Blackstone)
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How to Cook Burgers on a Griddle (Flat-Top or Blackstone)
Griddle heat zones, smash and thick burger times, melting cheese and toasting buns, and how to keep a flat-top cooking well batch after batch.
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Best Buns for Burgers: Brioche, Potato, Sesame and More
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Best Buns for Burgers: Brioche, Potato, Sesame and More
Potato, brioche, sesame, pretzel and more: which burger buns work best for which burgers, and how to toast them right.
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How to Freeze Burger Patties (and Cook Them From Frozen)
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How to Freeze Burger Patties (and Cook Them From Frozen)
How to freeze homemade burger patties so they don't stick, how long they keep, how to thaw them safely and how to cook them from frozen.
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Why Do Burgers Shrink? How to Stop Shrinking and Puffing
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Why Do Burgers Shrink? How to Stop Shrinking and Puffing
Why burgers shrink and dome up as they cook, and simple fixes like the thumbprint dimple that keep patties flat and juicy.
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Air Fryer Burgers: How to Cook Burgers in an Air Fryer
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Air Fryer Burgers: How to Cook Burgers in an Air Fryer
Juicy air fryer burgers in about 10 minutes: temperature, time chart by thickness, when to flip, and fixes for smoke and dryness.
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How to Cook Burgers in the Oven (Baked and Broiled)
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How to Cook Burgers in the Oven (Baked and Broiled)
Bake or broil burgers in the oven: times at 400 and 425°F, the wire rack trick, broiler steps and a sear-then-bake method.
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How to Cook Burgers on the Stove (Juicy Skillet Burgers)
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How to Cook Burgers on the Stove (Juicy Skillet Burgers)
Pan-fried burgers with a deep crust: the best skillet, heat, time chart by doneness, smash burger tips and cheese melting.
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The Best Burgers in New Mexico (2026)
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The Best Burgers in New Mexico (2026)
Green chile cheeseburgers from Albuquerque to San Antonio, Hatch and Santa Fe: where to eat the best burgers in New Mexico.
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The Best Burgers in Wisconsin: Butter Burgers and Beyond (2026)
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The Best Burgers in Wisconsin: Butter Burgers and Beyond (2026)
Butter burgers, custard-stand jumbos and smash burgers: the best burgers in Wisconsin, from Milwaukee to Green Bay.
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The Green Chile Cheeseburger: New Mexico's Burger, Explained
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The Green Chile Cheeseburger: New Mexico's Burger, Explained
Roasted New Mexico green chiles on a cheeseburger: the 1945 San Antonio rivalry, the Green Chile Cheeseburger Trail and where to eat one.
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The Wisconsin Butter Burger: History, How It's Made and Where to Eat One
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The Wisconsin Butter Burger: History, How It's Made and Where to Eat One
Wisconsin's signature burger, finished with butter on the patty or the bun: the 1930s rivals, two styles, where to eat one and how to make it.
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The Oklahoma Fried Onion Burger: History, How It's Made and Where to Eat One
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The Oklahoma Fried Onion Burger: History, How It's Made and Where to Eat One
The Route 66 burger smashed into a pile of shaved onions: how it started in El Reno, how it's made, and where to eat one.
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Cheese Melting Dome vs. Pan Lid: How to Melt Cheese Like a Diner
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Cheese Melting Dome vs. Pan Lid: How to Melt Cheese Like a Diner
When a melting dome beats a pan lid, what to look for in one, and the diner steam trick for perfectly melted burger cheese.
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Is a Stuffed Burger Press Worth It? Press vs. Hand-Forming
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Is a Stuffed Burger Press Worth It? Press vs. Hand-Forming
How a stuffed burger press compares with sealing a Juicy Lucy by hand, who should buy one, and how to avoid cheese blowouts.
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Smash Burger Press vs. Spatula: Do You Need a Press?
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Smash Burger Press vs. Spatula: Do You Need a Press?
A press and a stiff spatula can both smash a burger. Here's how they compare, who needs a press, and which tool to buy first.
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Best Meat Thermometer for Burgers (and How to Use One)
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Best Meat Thermometer for Burgers (and How to Use One)
Which thermometer type suits burgers, what features matter, and exactly where to put the probe to hit 160°F every time.
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How We Choose Burger Gear: Our Criteria and Affiliate Policy
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How We Choose Burger Gear: Our Criteria and Affiliate Policy
How PlanetBurger picks the burger gear it recommends, what we look for, how affiliate links work and how we keep picks independent.
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How to Choose a Smash Burger Press (and the One We Recommend)
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How to Choose a Smash Burger Press (and the One We Recommend)
The features that matter in a smash burger press, what to skip, how to use one for crispy patties, and how to clean it.
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Carbon Steel vs. Cast Iron for Burgers: Which Pan Should You Buy?
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Carbon Steel vs. Cast Iron for Burgers: Which Pan Should You Buy?
Both pans make a great burger crust. Here's how they differ on heat, size, weight, care and cost, and which one to buy.
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Best Gifts for Burger Lovers (2026 Holiday Gift Guide)
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Best Gifts for Burger Lovers (2026 Holiday Gift Guide)
Gift ideas for the burger lover in your life, from stocking stuffers to a smash burger griddle, plus tips for building a gift set.
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The Smash Burger Starter Kit: 5 Tools for Crispy, Diner-Style Burgers at Home
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The Smash Burger Starter Kit: 5 Tools for Crispy, Diner-Style Burgers at Home
The five tools that make diner-style smash burgers easy at home, what each one does, and a three-tool budget kit to start with.
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How to Season Burgers (and When to Salt)
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How to Season Burgers (and When to Salt)
When to salt burgers, how much to use, simple seasoning blends, and what not to mix into your ground beef.
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American Burger Styles Explained: 10 Regional Burgers to Know
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American Burger Styles Explained: 10 Regional Burgers to Know
Smash, pub, fried onion, butter, green chile, Juicy Lucy and more: a practical tour of America's main burger styles.
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