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Every Way to Cook a Hamburger (42 Methods)
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While you can make a burger out of almost anything -- chicken, turkey, fish, plants -- most people think beef when they think burgers. Well, at least that's what Amiel Stanek thinks. He's here today to show you every way to cook hamburgers using chuck beef. You can't go wrong with a classic cast-iron skillet burger, but don't write off other... let's say less orthodox techniques, like Hibachi grilled or ironed. Seriously, the ironed burger is actually really good.

The one true way: Best-Ever Smash Burgers
How a Butcher Turns a Cow Into Burgers (4 Types)
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Professional butcher Lena Diaz takes you behind the counter to demonstrate how she prepares four of the most popular burgers sold in her shop - from scratch. From fresh sirloin and short rib to dry-aged rib eye and a bacon-infused blend, see how a professional prepares perfect hamburger patties from a variety of prime cuts.
How NYC’s Best Burgers are Made at Hamburger America
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Bon Appétit joins burger scholar Chef George Motz, owner of Hamburger America, to see how the best smash burgers in NYC are made. Smash burgers got their name from the technique of smashing patties on a hot griddle to lock in flavor and create a crispy crust. Motz demonstrates how he makes The Chester, Oklahoma Fried Onion Burger, and his classic smash burger, which have made Hamburger America one of the most talked about burger spots in New York City.
Carla Makes BA Smashburgers
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Ground chuck is a great all-purpose, buy-it-anywhere choice for burgers. But if you want to get ambitious and blend, say, chuck with ground short rib or brisket, we say go for it.

Get the recipe: Best-Ever Smash Burgers
Basically Burger
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Are you hungry for burgers, but don't know how to top it off? We'll show you the basics to a special sauce, and the best burger assembly to get you started!
Baked Bean & Slaw Burger
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There’s no occasion too small for flavor this big.
Five Must-Try Mammoth Meat Sandwiches
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Here are five massive sandwiches you need to try. Eat a Tipsy Texan at the Franklin Barbecue, a Pastrami and Cole Slaw sandwich at Langer's in Los Angeles, a Roast Pork Hoagie at John's Roast Pork in Philadelphia, and more from around the US.
How To Slice Cooked Meat The Right Way
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Join Chef Harold Villarosa as he demonstrates the proper technique for slicing different cuts of beef, poultry, and pork. Unkle Harold lays out the hows and whys behind serving up different kinds and cuts of meat, relaying all the know-how you need to present your proteins like a pro.
6 Pro Chefs Make Their Go-To Burger
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Join professional chefs Susan Kim, Rachel Gurjar, Chrissy Tracey, Jessie YuChen, Harold Villarosa, and Chris Morocco in the Bon Appétit Test Kitchen as they make their go-to burger recipes.

Read More: Our 31 Best Burger Recipes
A Day Making NYC's Most Hyped Burgers at Hamburger America
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“I’ve been obsessed with burgers, easily for about 25 years now. I have...written five books, had three TV shows, and now a restaurant.” Today, Bon Appétit spends a day on the line with George Motz, burger scholar and owner of Hamburger America.

Get our recipe: Best-Ever Smash Burgers
Every Way to Cook a Steak (43 Methods)
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Obviously, a raw steak smoothie is the ideal way to enjoy a steak, but what are some other good methods? Join Amiel Stanek as he attempts to cook a boneless ribeye steak in almost every way possible. Which method is the (second) best?
Chris Makes Beef Wellington
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Join Chris Morocco as he makes Beef Wellington with green sauce. This sort-of-traditional approach to beef Wellington doesn’t shy away from using a wide range of umami-rich ingredients such as bacon, soy sauce, mustard, and maitake mushrooms to create tons of flavor. A lighter sauce packed with herbs and a few anchovies balances out the heavy dish and brings old-school beef Wellington into the modern era.
20 Chefs Answer: Their Secret Weapon Ingredient
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Bon Appétit asked 20 chefs at top New York restaurants what their secret weapon ingredient is. Discover which ingredients, from seasoning and spices to freshly ground beef, make the food so delicious at NYC’s favorite restaurants.
Carla Makes Meatball Subs
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Join Carla Music in the Bon Appétit Test Kitchen as she makes meatball subs! We like the combo of spicy and sweet Italian sausage, but use any uncooked sausage you like—merguez or chorizo would work. Check out the recipe here: https://weightloss-tricks.today/recipe/sausage-meatball-sandwiches
DeVonn Makes Breakfast Smash Burgers
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Join DeVonn Francis in the Bon Appétit Test Kitchen as he makes an eye-opening breakfast smash burger to get you going in the morning. When some simple fruit and oatmeal won't be enough to get you out of bed, consider treating yourself to this crunchy, savory, gooey sausage burger.

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Blended Double-Patty Smashburgers
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Bon Appétit Test Kitchen favorite, Chris Morocco, joins in on the blended burger trend with this mouth-watering smashburger recipe.
20 Chefs Share The Most Important Tool in Their Restaurant
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Today, Bon Appétit is asking 20 chefs at top NYC restaurants what the most important tools in their kitchens are. From George Motz’s smashula at Hamburger America to Kellogg’s Diner’s gelato machine (presented by Amanda Perdomo, formerly of Kellogg's Diner), find out which tools these chefs need the most to keep their restaurants running smoothly.

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How to Make Hart's Lamb Burger | Cook Like a Pro
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Go inside Hart's in Brooklyn and learn how to make their signature Lamb Burger!
Brad Makes Steak "In" Eggs
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Join Brad Leone in the Bon Appétit Test Kitchen as he makes what he calls "poor man's steak and eggs." Brad actually uses ground beef instead of steak in this recipe, but you can use just about anything, like pork or sausage.
Chris Makes Veggie Burgers
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Join Chris Morocco in the Bon Appétit Test Kitchen as he makes lentil veggie burgers.

Get the recipe: Lentil Burgers (And check out our Easiest-Ever Veggie Burgers while you’re at it.)
Kids Try Burgers From 10 States
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In this episode of "Kids Try Food", the kids try burgers from around the country. For this taste test, the kids react to the Jucy Lucy from Minnesota, the Frita Cubana from Miami, Hawaii's infamous Loco Moco, the Impossible burger made in California, New Mexico's Green Chili burger, North Carolina's Slaw Burger, White Castle's original sliders, Montana's Nutburger, Iowa's Loose Meat Sandwich, and Colorado's Pueblo Slopper.
BA Test Kitchen Answers Your Burger Questions
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Join Gaby, Amiel, Priya, Chris, Molly, Brad, Carla and Andy in the Bon Appétit Test Kitchen as they answer your burger questions. What is the best fat percentage in a burger mixture? Does the meat cook more evenly if you poke holes in it first?

Get our recipe: Best-Ever Smash Burgers
Trying Everything on the Menu at NYC’s Most Famous Burger Restaurant (Ft Brad Leone)
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For Alex Delany, eating at J.G. Melon is a religious experience. Going there once a week was his version of going to church. Well, now he's back and this time he's there to try one bite of everything on the menu at this most hallowed of grounds. Plus, he's joined by the singular Brad Leone, who is definitely not there just for the free meal.

Read More: Our 31 Best Burger Recipes
Who Makes The Best Fast Food Burger? Takeout vs Pro Chef
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We challenged chef Harold Villarosa to make a fast-food-style burger in the Bon Appétit test kitchen better than those from three major chains. Unkle Harold's first job in the U.S. was at a McDonald's in Manhattan—will his past experience help him rise to the challenge?

Get our recipe: Best-Ever Smash Burgers