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Heroes Eat Here: Houston’s Veterans Day Food Roundup – Houston Press

This Veterans Day (Tuesday, November 11), Houston’s restaurants are stepping up to say thanks to the heroes who’ve served our country. From free bbq and burgers to half-off promos and discounts on the tab, check out the local spots honoring veterans and active-duty military this holiday:

Axelrad, 1517 Alabama
Veterans and active-duty military enjoy 20 percent off their tab on Veterans Day and all year long.

Dog Haus, multiple locations
Veterans can enjoy a free Haus Dog at participating locations by showing proof of service at checkout.

Feges BBQ, 3 Greenway Plaza, 8217 Long Point

In honor of Veterans Day on November 11, Feges BBQ, co-owned by Purple Heart recipient Patrick Feges, is offering free plates with two meats, two sides, a dessert, and a drink for those who’ve served, served at the Greenway location from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. and the Spring Branch location from 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. Guests can also pay it forward by purchasing Veteran Plates ahead of time to help provide free meals for others. The goal is to have 400 plates purchased by November 10.

Golden Corral, multiple locations

Golden Corral is celebrating Veterans Day with a complimentary buffet dinner for all active-duty military, retirees, reservists, guardsmen and veterans, available dine-in only from 4 p.m. to close.

The Great Greek Mediterranean Grill, 700 Baybrook Mall

Veterans can enjoy “Our Gyros for Heroes” with 25 percent off all Gyros and Gyro Combo Meals at participating locations.

Grimaldi’s, multiple locations

While military service members and veterans always get 15 percent off year-round, Grimaldi’s is upping the deal to 25 percent off for all active, veteran and retired military with ID on November 10–11

Kolache Shoppe, 3945 Richmond, 10321 Katy

All military veterans and active service members receive one complimentary kolache of their choice on Veterans Day with valid military ID.

Molina’s Cantina, multiple locations
Service members get half off their bill (excluding alcohol) on Veterans Day with valid military ID. Dine-in only.

The Original Ninfa’s, 1700 Post, 2704 Navigation
The Original Ninfa’s honors veterans all year long, offering 50 percent off their bill on Veterans Day and every other day.

Perry’s Steakhouse, multiple locations
Veterans can get a free Dinner-Cut Pork Chop with a guest purchase, half-off pork chops if dining with other veterans, or access the Military Menu from 4 p.m. to close with valid military ID.

PINCHO, multiple locations
Military members enjoy 25 percent off in-store orders every day with valid ID, including burgers, bowls, kebabs, and milkshakes.

Pizaro’s Pizza, 11177 Katy, 1000 West Gray
Veterans enjoy 10 percent off their bill on Veterans Day and throughout the year at Pizaro’s award-winning pizza locations.

Raising Cane’s, multiple locations

Raising Cane’s is honoring those who serve with its Hero Discount Program: active or nonactive military, fire, police, EMTs and their families receive 10 percent off their entire purchase year-round when they mention the program at the register.

Teriyaki Madness, multiple locations
Veterans and active-duty military get a free bowl of their choice with valid military ID at participating locations.

Torchy’s Tacos, multiple locations

On Veterans Day, November 11, all veterans and active U.S. military members can enjoy a free taco and non-alcoholic beverage with valid military ID or proof of service.

Twin Peaks, multiple locations

Veterans and active-duty service members can enjoy a free lunch from a select menu between 11 a.m. and 3 p.m. at participating locations with valid military ID.

Via 313, multiple locations
Veterans and active-duty service members can get a $5 Cheese Bread for dine-in only on November 11 with valid military ID.

Willie’s Grill & Icehouse, multiple locations
Veterans and active military members get a free Bacon Willie with choice of regular side. Military ID required.

This article appears in Jan 1 – Dec 31, 2025.

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October 29, 2025
Don & Jo’s Sees Boost in Business After In-N-Out Opens in Ridgefield – KXL

Photo: Don & Joe’s Facebook

RIDGEFIELD, Wash. — Don & Jo’s Drive-In has been doing what they do since 1968. The family owned restaurant serves burgers, fries and shakes but also other soups and food and drink. And their Operations Manager Courtney Zumstein tells KXL’s News Partner KGW they’ve been pretty much swamped ever since national burger giant In-N-Out added a location in their town of Ridgefield.

She says instead of hurting their business, the long lines at In-N-Out have provided Don & Jo’s the chance to serve some new people.

The family owned restaurant has been run by family members like Courtney for years. She says they are currently training the next generation to keep the Don & Jo’s tradition alive for years to come.

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September 5, 2025
The Triple-B Is Now ‘BBS’: Beers, Burgers & Selfies (41 Photos)

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August 31, 2025
Chicago’s Iconic Big Baby Burger Goes Vegan on the South Side

Nicky’s of Beverly is not a vegan restaurant. Since 1997 and across two different locations (three years ago they moved to 105th Street and Western), chef-owner Paul Kostopanagiotou has built a formidable following of carnivorous and plant-based eaters alike. A fast-casual neighborhood spot featuring “elevated street food, the restaurant’s massive menu features everything from salads, smoked brisket, filet mignon sliders, Nashville hot chicken, and even a lobster roll.

There’s also Nicky’s version of the Big Baby, an underrated Chicago classic that originated in the South Side, featuring twin beef patties with cheese and topped with grilled onions. Ketchup, mustard, and pickles slide under the patties.

The veganized Big Baby.

Nicky’s has a quite a comfortable space and occassionally hosts live music.

Nicky’s moved here in 2021.

Kostopanagiotou sees an opportunity to introduce non-meat eaters to the specialty. On Friday, November 1, Nicky’s will enthusiastically participate in World Vegan Day with a vegan version of the Big Baby featuring Beyond Meat patties and Daiya dairy-free cheddar taking center stage.

“We’ve been growing the vegan category at the restaurant for years. I just think vegans are a great customer base, and there was a void in the area for that,” Kostopanagiotou says.

While he’s not a vegan himself (though he and his team do enjoy plant-based dishes), he’s made a point of connecting with plant-based eaters in the community, like the Chicago Southside & South Suburban Vegans. “I know some of the founding members and admins. We lean on them a lot as a partnership, as they have suggestions and recommendations and vegan meetups,” Kostopanagiotou explains.

Through those contacts, he’s discovered a variety of plant-based producers, like Good2Go Veggie and Chunk Foods, as well as institutions that help animals. That’s where he learned about the Tiny Hooves Sanctuary, a woman-led nonprofit animal sanctuary located across state lines in Union Grove, Wisconsin. The institution focuses on providing a safe haven — a “forever sanctuary,” as their website calls it — to “abandoned, abused, neglected, and unwanted farm animals while inspiring positive change through the human and animal bond.” Kostopanagiotou said he listened to his local vegan friends when they told him, ‘’This is a solid group — you should look into donating to them.’” On Friday, Nicky’s of Beverly will donate a portion of proceeds from all vegan menu items to the Tiny Hooves Sanctuary.

The Big Baby is a Chicago classic.

Italian beef, gyros, and salads are also on the menu.

The heat lamps can squeeze a little more out of patio season.

A lot of restaurants will simply throw on a veggie burger, fried cauliflower, or maybe a half-hearted pizza to appease vegan diners who happen to wind up there, but investing in the plant-based portion of his menu is something to which Kostopanagiotou is seriously committed. Nicky’s of Beverly offers close to two dozen vegan items, such as a vegan shrimp po boy, vegan nachos, vegan Buffalo chicken salad, a vegan banh mi, and much more. There’s coconut milk-based peanut butter gelato and even a vegan shake.

Kostopanagiotou points out that he develops the vegan part of the menu side-by-side with everything else to make sure there’s plenty to enjoy for everyone. “It just continuously expands, and is creative,” he says. “I’m very mindful as I expand the normal menu that I can do that for the vegan menu also.”

There’s plenty to experience at Nicky’s of Beverly, whether customers like vegan food or not. They also have a weekday happy hour, live music, and a gelato bar.

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October 30, 2024
Vote and Earn Election Day Freebies and Specials at Houston Bars and Restaurants

With Election Day just around the corner on Tuesday, November 5, Houston’s bars and restaurants are eager to celebrate the power of the vote. Check out the local spots rolling out specials and complimentary treats for Houstonians who cast their ballots, from free coffee and pizza to happy hour deals and half-priced burgers.

Backstreet Cafe, 1103 South Shepherd
All five concepts in H Town Restaurant Group – Backstreet Cafe, Hugo’s, Caracol, Xochi and URBE – will treat voters who wear their “I VOTED!” sticker to the restaurant with a Hugorita, a hand-shaken marg made with fresh lime juice, tequila and triple sec.

Betelgeuse Betelgeuse, 4500 Montrose, 2101 Washington
From now until the election, the pizza and cocktail bar will be offering happy hour prices anytime of day to anyone who brings in an “I Voted” sticker. That includes $8 choice cocktails, $7 32-ounce milk jugs full of any beer on tap, or $6 glasses of wine.

Caracol, 2200 Post Oak
Wear your “I VOTED!” sticker to the restaurant and enjoy a free Hugorita, a hand-shaken marg made with fresh lime juice, tequila and triple sec.

Home Slice, 3701 Travis
Now through Election Day, Texas voters who cast their ballots for the 2024 Presidential Election can head to Home Slice to trade their “I voted” sticker for a free slice of pizza.

Hugo’s,1600 Westheimer
Wear your “I VOTED!” sticker to the restaurant and enjoy a free Hugorita, a hand-shaken marg made with fresh lime juice, tequila and triple sec.

Jethro’s Cocktail Lounge, 95 Tuam
Show your “I voted” sticker and get half-priced smash burgers all-day on Election Day.

Kazzan Ramen, 191 Heights
Swing by the new ramen spot in the Heights on November 5 to show your “I Voted” sticker and enjoy a free mochi ice cream.

Lazy Dog Restaurants, multiple locations
Guests who show their “I Voted” sticker will receive a free handcrafted nonalcoholic beverage with any entrée purchase. Options include lemonades, twisted sodas, sparkling refreshers and pick-me-ups, including the Huckleberry Lemonade, Cucumber Lemon Sparkling Refresher and Twisted Orange Fanta with Vanilla Bean Cream.

MAVEN Coffee & Cocktails, 1717 Allen, 1501 Silver
Get voting and enjoy a free cup of drip coffee by showing your “I Voted” sticker. The offer is available now through November 5 at the MAVEN at Thompson location, as well as the brand’s new, full-service neighborhood restaurant, MAVEN at Sawyer Yards.

Piola, 3201 Louisiana, 1415 South Voss
On Tuesday, November 5, Piola will be dishing out free margherita pizzas at both Houston locations to customers able to show they voted through an “I Voted” sticker or other proof. The giveaway applies to dine-in customers only.

Roma, 2347 University
This Election Day, Roma is offering a complimentary glass of prosecco to guests who show their “I Voted” sticker.

Star Sailor, 1710 West 18th
ENjoy a free Smashburger when you show your “I Voted” sticker at the bar from now through Election Day.

URBE, 1101 Uptown Park
Wear your “I VOTED!” sticker to the restaurant and enjoy a free Hugorita, a hand-shaken marg made with fresh lime juice, tequila and triple sec.

Xochi, 1777 Walker
Wear your “I VOTED!” sticker to the restaurant and enjoy a free Hugorita, a hand-shaken marg made with fresh lime juice, tequila and triple sec.

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October 29, 2024
DC’s Z-Burger makes USA Today Readers’ Choice List (and its got big expansion plans) – WTOP News

D.C.-based Z-Burger, which plans to double the number of its locations, finds itself in good company with its No. 4 ranking by USA Today’s Readers’ Choice Awards for best regional fast food restaurants.

A double-stacked Z-Burger with all the classic toppings. (Courtesy Z-Burger)

D.C.-based Z-Burger, which plans to double the number of its locations, finds itself in good company with its No. 4 ranking by USA Today’s Readers’ Choice Awards for best regional fast food restaurants.

Z-Burger outranked regional burger chain stalwarts, including In-N-Out Burger (No. 8) and Whataburger (No.9). It is the first year Z-Burger has made the USA Today list.

USA Today readers like Z-Burger’s hearty sandwiches, like its bacon cheeseburger and spicy chicken sandwich, and its hand-spun milkshakes with 75 different flavor choices.

“We go to great lengths to make amazing hamburgers, using a special blend of sirloin, chuck, rib eye and brisket, which can’t be beat, and obviously the public agrees,” said Z-Burger founder Peter Tabibian.

Z-Burger also made WTOP’s 2023 Top 10 list of Best Burgers.

The first Z-Burger opened in Northwest D.C.’s Tenleytown in 2008. It now has 12 locations in D.C., the Maryland suburbs and Northern Virginia. Another location opens soon in Towson, Maryland.

Tabibian has plans for as many as 25 new locations, including new restaurants opening soon in Centreville, Manassas, Reston Town Center, and Northeast D.C.’s Trinidad neighborhood.

Earlier this month, the Tenleytown Z-Burger location hosted its 15th-annual Independence Day Burger Eating Championship, and went through 5,000 burger patties on competition day.

Topping the Readers’ Choice list for best regional fast food restaurants are Skyline Chili in Ohio, North Carolina’s Biscuitville, and Seattle’s Dick’s Drive-In.

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July 25, 2024
Did You Know This About The 4th Of July

It is the big American holiday – but did you know these things?

The 4th of July is when the US celebrates its Independence Day. It is the huge summer holiday filled with bbq, fireworks, parades and more. But did you know these things about the holiday? The first organized celebration took place in 1777 in Philadelphia and Boston. Four years later, Massachusetts made it an official state holiday. It wasn’t until almost a hundred years later when made it a federal holiday in 1870. It was part of a package including New Year’s Day, Thanksgiving, and Christmas.

RELATED: The Best Hydrating Cocktails For A Hot Weekend

Almost 87% of people plan to celebrate the day. A whopping 47% plan on purchasing alcohol as one way to mark the founding of the country. Beer is the top choice, followed by wine and then alcohol.

But despite those big numbers – did you know this is the most popular thing about the holiday – fireworks. They were there at the beginning and remain popular with 60% looking to watch the show. And not just the planned community as seen on TV fireworks. Since Covid, firework sales in America have grown to $2.3 billion, local American pyromaniacs spent three times more on fireworks in 2023 than they did in 2012.

And did you know blue is one of the hardest colors to make in a firework? The Italians in the 1800s figured out how to add colors. Putting metal salts which would glow and emit bright colors when heated created the dazzling spectrums of lights. While the boom is made by the explosion of gunpowder, the snap, crackle and pop are made with a little chemistry. The campfire-like crackle comes from small granules of bismuth compounds. The granules burn quickly, one after the other, giving the famed crackling sound.

The holiday is filled filled with food and 58% of the country will be grilling or barbecuing. Grocery stories are making a killing selling top favorites of burger patties, hot dogs, deli salads, vegetable trays and mixed fresh vegetables, and potato chips (in that order). In a survey, ketchup is a top condiment for burgers followed by mustard, then mayo. When is comes to what to put on the burger cheese is at 67%, followed by lettuce then tomatoes.

For extreme eating, Nathan’s National Hot Dog Eating Contest can fill you up! The first was held in 1972 and continues at the original location on Coney Island. In the late 1990s and early 2000s, the competition was dominated by the Japanese, but winners have branched out since. It is part of Major League Eating (MLE), the organization overseeing professional competitive eating events and television specials. While there are 150 million hot dogs eaten on the 4th, the world record at the contest is 76 within 10 minutes. Condiments are not allowed.

The Rankin Bass July 4th special

While the Flintstone’s did a July 4th special when they were in prime time (pre-streaming), the holiday also received a classic Rankin Bass stop-motion special. They squeezed the famous holiday characters Frosty the Snowman and Rudolph the Red Nose Reindeer into a special to save the 4th. They mixed in a circus, magic, Mrs. Claus and more.

RELATED: The Best 4th Of July Cocktails

On the other end of the entertainment spectrum is the famous Boston Symphony Fireworks concert. Started originally in 1929 with the first free Esplanade Concert, it was revived in 1974 and continues on TV to the delight of music lovers.

And lastly, did you know this about the 4th Of July? For the romantic minded, the backdrop of fireworks, beer and burgers make the 4th the 10th most popular day for marriage proposals.

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July 3, 2024
Did You Know This About The 4th Of July

It is the big American holiday – but did you know these things?

The 4th of July is when the US celebrates its Independence Day. It is the huge summer holiday filled with bbq, fireworks, parades and more. But did you know these things about the holiday? The first organized celebration took place in 1777 in Philadelphia and Boston. Four years later, Massachusetts made it an official state holiday. It wasn’t until almost a hundred years later when made it a federal holiday in 1870. It was part of a package including New Year’s Day, Thanksgiving, and Christmas.

RELATED: The Best Hydrating Cocktails For A Hot Weekend

Almost 87% of people plan to celebrate the day. A whopping 47% plan on purchasing alcohol as one way to mark the founding of the country. Beer is the top choice, followed by wine and then alcohol.

But despite those big numbers – did you know this is the most popular thing about the holiday – fireworks. They were there at the beginning and remain popular with 60% looking to watch the show. And not just the planned community as seen on TV fireworks. Since Covid, firework sales in America have grown to $2.3 billion, local American pyromaniacs spent three times more on fireworks in 2023 than they did in 2012.

And did you know blue is one of the hardest colors to make in a firework? The Italians in the 1800s figured out how to add colors. Putting metal salts which would glow and emit bright colors when heated created the dazzling spectrums of lights. While the boom is made by the explosion of gunpowder, the snap, crackle and pop are made with a little chemistry. The campfire-like crackle comes from small granules of bismuth compounds. The granules burn quickly, one after the other, giving the famed crackling sound.

The holiday is filled filled with food and 58% of the country will be grilling or barbecuing. Grocery stories are making a killing selling top favorites of burger patties, hot dogs, deli salads, vegetable trays and mixed fresh vegetables, and potato chips (in that order). In a survey, ketchup is a top condiment for burgers followed by mustard, then mayo. When is comes to what to put on the burger cheese is at 67%, followed by lettuce then tomatoes.

For extreme eating, Nathan’s National Hot Dog Eating Contest can fill you up! The first was held in 1972 and continues at the original location on Coney Island. In the late 1990s and early 2000s, the competition was dominated by the Japanese, but winners have branched out since. It is part of Major League Eating (MLE), the organization overseeing professional competitive eating events and television specials. While there are 150 million hot dogs eaten on the 4th, the world record at the contest is 76 within 10 minutes. Condiments are not allowed.

The Rankin Bass July 4th special

While the Flintstone’s did a July 4th special when they were in prime time (pre-streaming), the holiday also received a classic Rankin Bass stop-motion special. They squeezed the famous holiday characters Frosty the Snowman and Rudolph the Red Nose Reindeer into a special to save the 4th. They mixed in a circus, magic, Mrs. Claus and more.

RELATED: The Best 4th Of July Cocktails

On the other end of the entertainment spectrum is the famous Boston Symphony Fireworks concert. Started originally in 1929 with the first free Esplanade Concert, it was revived in 1974 and continues on TV to the delight of music lovers.

And lastly, did you know this about the 4th Of July? For the romantic minded, the backdrop of fireworks, beer and burgers make the 4th the 10th most popular day for marriage proposals.

Anthony Washington

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July 3, 2024
Smash Burger Recipe- Oh Sweet Basil
Nothing says summer quite like a good burger! This time we are teaching you how to make a perfect smash burger and there’s one secret that is life-changing. If it’s a summer BBQ with friends, a family reunion or a 4th of July bash, this smash burger recipe is the way to go!

Serve it with a fresh tomato cucumber salad, a giant pot of BBQ baked beans, watermelon slices and you’re set !

Why Smash a Burger

Look, I don’t know why smashing a burger, literally the one thing you should NEVER do to meat totally works in this recipe, but it does. Ok, I do actually know why, it’s because it caramelizes every single piece of that patty thus making for more flavor in each bite, but the point is, it doesn’t make sense and so therefore you should absolutely eat it.

It’s kind of like that crazy wedge salad story; it’s simple and therefore it’s the beeeeeest!

Cade and I discovered smash burgers when we were in our first few years of marriage and I think it’s actually what kind of turned me from burger hater to burger enjoyer and now lover. I still loooove a crispy chicken sandwich, don’t you get me wrong, but a smash burger will always make my mouth water.

They are juicy, buttery, and have those crispy edges that are the star of this burger show. And the best thing about this is that smash burgers are simple and cook so fast…exactly what you want to feed the fam on a busy summer weeknight or to feed a crowd for your 4th of July festivities!

Ingredients for Smash Burgers

There’s nothing crazy going on with these ingredients. The crazy comes in the cooking technique, so your ingredient list looks like this:

Burger Patties
- Canola Oil
- Burger Buns: Potato buns taste great or brioche buns also work well.
- Butter
- Ground Beef (60/40): this probably sounds crazy, but just ask your butcher and trust me on this one…all the flavor comes in the higher fat content!
- Salt
- Pepper
Toppings

The measurements for each ingredient can be found in the recipe card down below.

How to Make a Smash Burger

We have a post already on the secrets to the best hamburger, which is amazing and true, but throw all those rules out the window for these smash burgers. Your first step in making these burgers is going to be at the grocery store. As your butcher for a pound of ground beef that is 60% ground chuck and 40% ground brisket (or sirloin). It’s going to blow your mind how much flavor that combination of beef has!
1. Divide the pound of ground beef into loose 2″ balls and set them in the freezer on plate for 15 minutes.
  
  PRO TIP: The less you handle the meat, the better. Keep the balls loose with jagged edges so that there are more edge area to get crispy and delicious!
2. Toast the buns on a cast iron skillet and set aside.
3. Pull the meat out of the freezer and flatten each ball on the skillet using a metal spatula or a burger press and season one side with salt and pepper.
  
  PRO TIP: High heat at first so that you instantly char that meat but then turn it down a little to medium so you don’t burn the meat.
4. Place the burgers onto the cast iron pan seasoned side down and then season the other side.
5. Cook until it caramelizes and flip. Add the cheese slices.
6. Cover the pan with a lid to melt the cheese.
7. Place your burgers on the toasted hamburger buns and add your toppings.
All of the instructions in full detail can be found in the recipe card down below.

Why Do You Put the Meat in the Freezer Before Cooking?

This is the secret to making the smash burgers perfectly! With the meat nice and cold, it cooks a little slower while still letting the edges get caramelized and crispy. If the meat is too warm, it cooks too fast and dries out while the edges caramelize.

What to Eat with a Smash Burger

We love all the typical burger sides with this recipe. These are a few of our favorites:

Any of those recipes with be great with these burger, but you can seriously do any side you want! Just some simple french fries make my heart the happiest!

Variations on a Smash Burger

Feel free to top your burgers any way that you want. Here are a few ideas:
- Grilled Onions
- Jalapenos
- Bacon
- Avocado
- Sauteed Mushrooms
I want to know what you choose to top your burger!

Can I Make this Recipe on the Grill?

Yes! If you want that smoky grilled flavor, then absolutely grill them up! You’ll want to put a griddle on top of the grilling grates so you can really smash the burgers down. Or if you have a Blackstone, that works awesome too!

When you think of burgers, you think summer, and you should, but with a smash burger, you can make it all year round right on the stove top. They are juicy and crispy and the best burger I’ve had in ages! I’m dying for you to try it!

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Servings: 4 burgers

Prep Time: 5 minutes

Cook Time: 15 minutes

Total Time: 20 minutes

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Nothing says summer quite like a good burger! This time we are teaching you how to make a perfect smash burger and there’s one secret that is life-changing.

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Form ¼ pound beef into loose 2″ balls. Set aside in the freezer on a plate.

1 Pound Ground Beef Blend

Brush a 12-inch cast iron skillet with oil and set it over medium heat until shimmering.

1 Tablespoon Canola Oil

Add the butter to the pan and place the buns, cut side down on the hot skillet. Cook just until the buns are nicely toasted and set the buns aside.

2 Tablespoons Butter, 4 Potato Burger Buns

Remove the meat from the freezer and season with salt and pepper. Place in a preheat, slightly oiled cast iron skillet and press down firmly and evenly to flatten the meat. Generously season the other side of the patty with salt & pepper.

Salt and Pepper

Cook until caramelization begins, about 1 minute. Flip and add the cheese.

American Cheese

Place a large lid over the burgers the last 30 seconds to melt the cheese. If you want the burgers more done wait a minute before adding the cheese.

Spread your burger sauce and lettuce over the bottom bun. Top with 1-2 patties and pickles and onion before enjoying.

Killer Burger Sauce, Lettuce, Pickles, White Onion

Serving: 1burgerCalories: 489kcalCarbohydrates: 22gProtein: 24gFat: 34gSaturated Fat: 13gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 14gTrans Fat: 2gCholesterol: 96mgSodium: 333mgPotassium: 360mgFiber: 1gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 175IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 84mgIron: 4mg

Author: Sweet Basil

Course: Top 10 Delicious Easy Hamburger Recipes
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June 27, 2024
These Houston Spots are Celebrating Fourth of July With Beers, Barbecue, Fireworks and More

America’s holiday is right around the corner, and these Houston bars and restaurants are ready to celebrate with all of the Fourth of July classics—summer favorites from barbecue to burgers, top-notch fireworks views, and all things red, white and blue. Here’s where to celebrate Independence Day with food, drink and fun in Houston this year.

The Audrey Restaurant & Bar, 9595 Six Pines
Celebrate the long holiday weekend with four days of brunch, offered from Thursday, July 4 through Sunday, July 7.

Axelrad, 1517 Alabama
Axelrad is celebrating on $1 off all drafts all day on the Fourth, plus happy hour from 2 to 7 p.m. with $3 mimosas, $4 wells, $5 house wine/micheladas/margaritas and 20 percent off frozens and Fancy Pants beers. Food will be available for purchase from HTown Hibachi and a screening of the movie The Sandlot will begin at sundown.

Bayou Heights Bier Garten, 3905 Washington
Bayou Heights Beer Garden is celebrating from noon to 2 a.m., with features including an epic $45 BBQ Board smoked meats and fixin’s, plus beers, witness and cocktails like the fiery red, $12 Funny Car cocktail with Old Forester Bourbon, Meletti, rhubarb, raspberry and lemon.

CityCentre, 800 Town and Country
CityCentre will host its free and open-to–the–public Fourth of July Concert from 7 to 10 p.m., with live music starting with opener Heather Rayleen followed by the People’s Choice Band, and fireworks to top off the evening. Folks can grab food from area restaurants and The Daily Gather truck will be serving up snow cones and snacks for purchase with beverages available at The Moran Hotel tent in the Plaza.

Christian’s Tailgate, multiple locations
The Houston favorite will be celebrating Independence Day with $2 hotdogs and $5 Bombpop ‘Ritas.

Duck N Bao, multiple locations
Sip A Dance of Fire and Ice, a festive red and blue cocktail, for $5 at all Duck N Bao locations.

Feges BBQ, 8217 Long Point
Hit the Spring Branch location from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. to enjoy bbq favorites plus a special Red, White, and BBQ Board, which feeds four and features brisket, ribs, turkey, sausage, your choice of three sides and dessert.

FM Kitchen & Bar + PKL Social, 1112 Shepherd
From Saturday, June 29 through Saturday, July 6, FM Kitchen & Bar and PKL Social are hosting a week-long giveaway. Winners will be announced at 4 p.m. daily and you must be present to win. In addition, the hotspots will be offering large format Frozens for the holiday, featuring half-gallon pitchers for $60 (also available to go) with offerings including Frosé, Margarita, Ocean Water and the festive special for the week, the Red, White, and Blue Frozen.

Good Vibes Coastal Kitchen, 1329 East Broadway
Joint the good vibes for Happy Hour Beer & Bites from 3 to 6 pp.m., plus American classics all day long, from RC Ranch Wagyu Hot Dogs to Onion smash Burgers and Good Vibes Little Burgers for the kiddos.

Heights & Co., 1342 Yale
Guests can cool off with the Bomb Popsicle Slush—a red, white, and blue popsicle served with frosé for $12; or go for $10 margaritas, $10 Aperol spritz and $1 off beers. As the sun sets, the local hangout will play the iconic film “Independence Day” on the big screen.

Home Run Dugout, 1220 Grand West
The entertainment destination will have Slip N’ Slides, a Cornhole Tournament and a Hot Dog Eating contest starting at 5 p.m. Stick around for live music from Sol Flair from 7 to 11 p.m. and a firework show after dark.

Lagoonfest Texas, 12600 Crystal View
The Texas City lagoon, bar and restaurant, and entertainment venue will host itss Freedom Rocks Fest on July 3-4. Folks can dance and sing along to the classics from ZZ Top, Fleetwood Mac, Billy Joel and many more, enjoy tasty bites and drinks, water sport activities and a live drone show on July 4 to close out the festivities.

Liberty Kitchen & Oysterette, 4224 San Felipe, 963 Bunker Hill
In honor of the long holiday weekend, guests can enjoy LK&O’s popular brunch menu from Thursday, July 4 through Sunday, July 7.

Molina’s Cantina, 7901 Westheimer, 3801 Bellaire, 6300 FM 1463
The Tex-Mex institution will have its legendary Molina’s Margaritas available for happy hour pricing ($1 off) all day on Thursday, July 4, for dine-in only.

Pier 6 Seafood & Oyster House, 113 6th
Pier 6 is going all out for its Independence Day bash. The San Leon Fire Department will have a fire engine on site for kiddos to check out from 2 to 4 p.m. and guests can enjoy live music, a face painter, balloon artist, popcorn machine, sno-cones from 4 to 9 p.m., with fireworks on the pier to end the night and Gulf seafood, tropical cocktails, draft beer and wine all day long. Revelers attending for fireworks only can purchase $5 wristbands to enjoy the show. Reservations recommended via Resy. Boat slip reservations can be made by emailing [email protected].

The Pit Room, 1201 Richmond Ave, 10301 Katy Freeway
Now with locations in Montrose and Memorial City, The Pit Room’s bulk carry-out menu features a variety of smoked bbq meats, sides, white bread, sauces and rubs, and fixin’s like onions and jalapenos, with options ranging from 5 to 50 people.

POST Houston, 401 Franklin
In addition to its incredible rooftop views of the City of Houston’s “Freedom Over Texas” fireworks show, The POST Skylawn will host a Fourth of July fete featuring cirque performers, complimentary balloon artist creations, face painting, food and multiple bars, and live performances by the Houston Brass Band and Texas cover band Alias Band. Early Bird tickets start at $20.

State Fare Kitchen & Bar, 947 Gessner, 15930 City Walk, 1900 Hughes Landing
Get a $55 ‘Merica-style Freedom Board, available throughout the long, four-day weekend and featuring Elote Style Corn Ribs with Cotija Cheese, Grilled Shrimp and Andouille Skewers, Dill Pickle Dip with BBQ chips, Brisket Firecrackers and Southern Deviled Eggs. All locations are also offering brunch from Thursday, July 4 through Sunday, July 7.

Tacodeli, 1902 Washington, 1715 Post Oak
The taco spot will be offering $5 margaritas all day to mark the patriotic occasion.

Treebeards, multiple locations
Pick up Fourth of July treats including a pan of Peach & Blueberry Cobbler for $35 or Whole Cakes (carrot, chocolate, Italian cream, lemon, red velvet, and yellow) for $45 for 9” layer or quarter sheet cake and $82 for half sheet, available during regular business hours through July 3 at all locations.

The Warwick, 5888 Westheimer
Enjoy a special “RED, WHITE, & BBQ“ dish from open to 7 p.m., featuring smoked ribs and brisket with a choice of side for $14.99.

Willie’s Grill & Icehouse, multiple locations
Features include the Bomb Pop Rita topped with a red, white, and blue popsicle the good old fashioned all-American burgers, with options including the Single Stacker (one beef patty) for $8.99, the Double Stacker (two beef patties) for $9.99 and the Hickory BBQ Double Bacon Stacker (two beef patties with double bacon) for $12.99.

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June 26, 2024
Where to Find the Best Smash Burgers in Chicago

While this submission isn’t officially labeled a smash burger, the team at J.T.’s delivers each Darn Good Burger (lettuce, onion, pickle, American cheese, dijonaise) and J.T.’s Special Burger (caramelized onions, cheddar, Granny Smith apple, bacon, dijonaise) with a delightfully griddled texture that satisfies all those smash burger cravings.

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March 26, 2024
50+ Perfect Game Day Recipes – Simply Scratch

Over 50 Perfect Game Day Recipes for feeding a few or a large crowd. From dips to drinks, appetizers and tacos, nachos and taquitos. You’ll find all you need right here!

The big game is this weekend and truth be told… I’m a little excited.

This year I’m making Stromboli and Caesar salad and other than that, I’m not leaving the couch. Just a lazy Sunday filled with food and football. And just incase you’re looking for a little snack or sandwich inspiration, I decided to compile a list of perfect game day recipes! A list that already has over 50 recipes! However I do plan to update it throughout the year, so this list will be growing.

What do you make on Super Bowl Sunday? Do you have any staple game day recipes? Let me know in the comments!

Appetizers & Snacks:

Air Fryer Buffalo Cauliflower

Air Fryer Corn Ribs

Bacon Cheddar Jalapeño Potato Skins

Bacon Wrapped Jalapeños

Brown Sugar Bacon Wrapped Pineapple

Chardonnay Italian Sausage Bites

Crispy Baked Onion Petals

Easy Mac and Cheese

Everything Plus The Bagel Chex Mix

Pigs in a Blanket

Roasted Jalapeno Poppers

Spicy Garlic Chicken Wings

Salty Lime Tortilla Chips

Walking Tacos (2 WAYS!)

Burgers, Sliders & Sandwiches:

Bacon Cheddar Ranch Burgers

Bacon Jalapeño Chicken Smash Burgers

Classic Beef Patty Melt

Chipotle Sliders

Mini Mac Sliders

Pizza Sliders

Lentil Sloppy Joes

Lunch Lady Sloppy Joes

Mississippi Pot Roast Sandwich

Oven Braised Brats

Spicy Jalapeño Sloppy Joes

Easy French Dip Sandwiches

Ham and Gouda Party Sandwiches

Italian Meatball Sandwiches

Italian Sub Sandwiches

Philly Cheesesteak Sandwiches

Slow Cooker Pulled Pork Sandwiches

Smoked Pork Butt Sandwiches

Spicy Italian Sausage Subs

Chili:

Buffalo Chicken Chili

Creamy White Chicken Chili

Chili Mac

Detroit-style Chili Dogs

Loaded Chili

Pulled Pork Chili

Sweet Potato Turkey Chili

Slow Cooker Taco Chili

Turkey Taco Beer Chili

Vegetarian Pumpkin Chili

Dips:

Buffalo Chicken Dip

Caramelized Onion Dip

Chipotle’s Sweet Corn Salsa

Cowboy Caviar

Creamiest Blender Hummus

Fried Pickle Ranch Dip

Four Cheese Spinach Artichoke Dip

Best Guacamole Recipe

7-Layer Taco Dip

7-Layer Hummus Dip

Jalapeño Popper Dip

Smoked Chile Con Queso

Tomatillo Avocado Salsa

Homemade Salsa

Drinks:

Cilantro Lime Margaritas

Classic Beergaritas

Lewis Ginger Peach Whiskey Cocktail

Margarita Slush

Mexican Michelada

Moscow Mule

Spicy Jalapeño Margaritas

Pizza & Flatbreads:

Bacon Jalapeño Focaccia Pizza (with Hot Honey)

BBQ Chicken Naan Pizzas

Detroit-style Pizza

Focaccia Pizza Supreme

Meat Lovers Ciabatta Pizzas

Spicy Chicken Feta Pizza

Stromboli

Buffalo Chicken Flatbread

Tacos, Taquitos & Nachos:

Chicken Street Tacos

Double Decker Tacos

Air Fryer Chipotle Chicken Black Bean Tacos

Easy Beef Street Tacos

Cheesy Chicken Cilantro Pesto Flautas

Air Fryer Taquitos

BBQ Chicken Nachos

Deep Dish Black Bean Chicken Chorizo Nachos

Jacuzzi Chicken Nachos

Loaded Taco Nachos

Mexicali Chicken Sheet Pan Nacho

Enjoy! And if you give any of these Perfect Game Day Recipes a try, let me know! Snap a photo and tag me on twitter or instagram!

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February 6, 2024
Simple Ways To Beef Up Your Basic Burger

The burger is a staple of meals, so delicious, messy, full of proteins and veggies (sometimes) and it hits the spots. And it is the all weather perfect meal. And certain places just nail the perfect burger. In-N-Out has a reputation for doing it right with onions, others go all out with truffle, exotic ingredients, or artisan buns. Restaurants have plenty of resources, but at home you can use a few hacks to make yours even better. Here are some simple ways to beef up your basic burger.

1. Cold Hands

The heat of your hands “melts” the hamburger, creating a sticky mess that makes it super challenging to make a killer patty. Dip ’em in ice water first and watch your patties shine!

2. Grate Your Onions

Don’t bother slicing those suckers. Grate them directly into the hamburger. The onion juices will incorporate nicely into the raw meat.

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3. Put a Thumb on It

Place a thumb print in the center of the patty to allow it to fill up with flavorful juices while it’s cooking. It will stay moist by evaporating its own delicious meat nectar.

4. Put an Egg in It

So basic, but such a winning tip. Before cooking, cut out the middle of a patty (a cookie cutter, mason jar lid or cup works great) and crack an egg into the center, like a Toad In the Hole but with meat instead of bread.

4. Chill Out

Unlike a steak that cooks best at room temperature, you want your burger patties to be chilled before cooking to retain the firmness of the fat, like a stick of butter, so it won’t melt off when cooking.

5. Don’t Cook Frozen Meat

Thaw a patty in minutes, just like you would a steak, by placing the sealed bag it’s in between a pot of water and a sheet pan. After it’s thawed, stick it in the fridge to chill (see #4). It really is that easy.

6. Make a Cheese Dog

Who says your hamburger has to be in patty form? Press the meat into a rectangle, lay down some cheese strips, then roll that thing into a hot dog and serve it in a bun.

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7. Get Fat

Skip the lean meats for fattier ones (looks for a ratio of about 80/20 — lean vs fat) to make sure your burgers have flavor. If you’re that worried about calories (for one, you should’t be eating hamburgers), just make smaller patties. You’ll ultimately feel more satisfied anyway.

8. Don’t Flip Out

Patience, young Grasshopper. The burgers will lose their juices if you keep flipping them. Try to limit yourself to just a single flip. Otherwise, you risk having a dry burger.

9. Spice Is Nice

Add some jalapeños, red peppers, hot peppers or any kind of pepper to your raw burger mixture to add a little extra heat to your hot grill.

So tonight may be the night you use these simples ways to beef up your basic burger and a. have tasty dinner!

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October 29, 2023
Fast-Food Fans May Face Liver Damage

Jan. 13, 2023 – A new study that shows the harm to the liver of eating fast food might provide people with motivation to eat less of it in the new year.

The study found that eating at least 20% of total daily calories from fast food can increase the risk of nonalcoholic fatty liver disease, a potentially life-threatening condition where fat builds up in the liver. The disease can lead to cirrhosis and its complications, including liver failure and liver cancer.

People with obesity or diabetes are more vulnerable to the harmful effects of fast food on the liver, although the general population is not immune to the harm.

“My hope is that this study encourages people to seek out more nutritious, healthy food options,” says lead investigator Ani Kardashian, MD, with Keck Medicine at the University of Southern California.

“At a policy level, public health efforts are needed to improve access to affordable, healthy, and nutritious food options across the U.S. This is especially important as more people have turned to fast foods during the pandemic and as the price of food as risen dramatically over the past year due to food inflation,” she says.

The researchers analyzed data on diet and fatty liver measurements for nearly 4,000 adults.

Nearly 30% of them got 20% or more of their total daily calories from fast food, such as burgers, fries, pizza, and the like.

They found that people with obesity or diabetes who take in one-fifth or more of their daily calories from fast food had severely high levels of fat in their liver, compared with those who eat less or no fast food.

The general population had moderate increases in liver fat when one-fifth or more of their diet was made up of fast food.

The findings are particularly “alarming” given the increase in fast-food consumption over the past 50 years, regardless of socioeconomic status, Kardashian says.

“If people eat one meal a day at a fast-food restaurant, they may think they aren’t doing harm. However, if that one meal equals at least one-fifth of their daily calories, they are putting their livers at risk,” she says.

For people who have limited options and need to eat fast food, “there are healthy choices at most restaurants; you just need to be smart about reading labels, watching calories, and ordering the healthier options,” says Nancy Reau, MD, with Rush University Medical Center in Chicago, who wasn’t involved in the study.

Lisa Ganjhu, DO, with NYU Langone Health in New York City, agrees.

“I am a firm believer that fast food can cause fatty liver. It goes hand in hand, and I counsel and coach my patients on healthy diet and exercise, and I’ve been pretty successful,” she says.

“If my patient is eating at McDonald’s a lot, I basically walk through the menu with them and help them find something healthy. When patients see the benefits of cutting out fat and reducing carbohydrate, they are more apt to continue,.”

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January 13, 2023
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December 20, 2022