Build A Bolder Burger

(NC) – If your regular burger recipe seems a little been-there-done-that, try these new approaches from Lipton Onion Recipe Soup. They’ll put some sizzle in your summer!

Break New Ground

Beef is classic, but some other great grinds include:

• chicken or turkey
• pork, lamb or veal
• fresh tuna or salmon

Mix and match

Stir any of these zesty mix-ins into your burger mixture:

• chopped green onions
• minced jalapenos
• chopped green or black olives
• minced sun-dried tomatoes
• a sprinkling of fresh herbs

Stuff It

Create a well in the burger patty, stuff with cheese, seal the meat and cook these cheesy combinations:

• goat cheese & minced roasted red peppers
• mozzarella & basil
• cheddar cheese & diced bacon
• Swiss & sauteed sliced mushrooms

Get Creative With Toppings

Challenge ketchup’s reign over your burger by topping your burger off with one of these:

• pesto
• grilled pineapple slice
• guacamole & salsa
• horseradish sauce
• sauerkraut

Choose A Better Bun

Choose a flavourful sturdy bread, brush with a little olive oil and toss on the grill at the last minute. A few to try:

• Focaccia
• Ciabatta buns
• Sourdough rolls
• Olive bread
• Pita pockets

Whether you’re a staunch ‘keep it plain-and-simple’ kind of guy or a gourmet burger connoisseur, the best burgers in the world begin with a pouch of Lipton Onion Recipe Soup. Visit www.homebasics.ca for fresh and juicy burger recipes, such as The Hawaiian, The Turkey Tantalizer, and The Roasted Garlic Pork Burger.