Beyond Fast-Food: Homemade Burger Recipes that Beat Takeout

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Everyone loves a good burger, but have you ever thought about the endless possibilities that lie between those two buns? From classic beef patties to adventurous vegetarian options, the world of burgers is as vast as it is delicious. Whether you’re a seasoned grill master or a first-time flipper, this article is your ticket to the juicy, flavorful world of homemade burgers.

Smoked Burgers with Caramelized Onions and Cheddar Cheese

Close up shot of a smoked hamburger on a bun with all the toppings.
Smoked Hamburgers. Photo credit: Girl Carnivore.

Unleash smoky flavor with our smoked hamburgers recipe, featuring caramelized onions, bacon & cheddar – your new BBQ favorite!
Get the Recipe: Smoked Burgers with Caramelized Onions and Cheddar Cheese

Juicy Ground Venison Burgers

Overhead shot of venison burgers.
Ground Venison Burgers. Photo credit: Girl Carnivore.

Delicious ground venison burgers that stay so juicy on the grill with our easy recipe tips! Topped with crispy bacon, shallots, aioli, and cheese!
Get the Recipe: Juicy Ground Venison Burgers

Griddle Burger

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Griddle burger. Photo credit: Girl Carnivore.

Want the perfect smashed burger that tastes better than any burger joint? This perfect Griddle Burger recipe transforms ground beef into juicy burgers that will put all other burger recipes to shame!
Get the Recipe: Griddle Burger

Harissa Butter Stuffed Lamb Burgers

Lamb burger on a bun on an outood picnic table.
Harissa Lamb Burgers. Photo credit: Girl Carnivore .

Level up your burger game with these Harissa Butter-Stuffed Lamb Burgers. So much flavor basting with a compound butter from the outside in.
Get the Recipe: Harissa Butter Stuffed Lamb Burgers

Veal Burger with Sage Aioli

Close up of a huge veal burger.
Veal Burgers. Photo credit: Girl Carnivore .

Elevate your burger experience with our succulent veal burger recipe! Enjoy tender, juicy patties that are bursting with flavor!
Get the Recipe: Veal Burger with Sage Aioli

Bourbon and Blue Burger

Two burgers with bacon and blue cheese on top.
Blue Cheese Burgers. Photo credit: Girl Carnivore.

This burger is Smooth, sweet, with just a bit of bite. The flavors of bourbon onions, blue cheese, bacon make this Burger a black-tie affair.
Get the Recipe: Bourbon and Blue Burger

Zesty Pimento Cheese burger

Burgers on a platter with toppings.
Pimento cheeseburger. Photo credit: Girl Carnivore.

Juicy pork patties topped with a spicy pimento cheese recipe blend all on buttery buns with just the classic burger toppings. A classic easy grilled burger.
Get the Recipe: Zesty Pimento Cheese burger

Pork Burgers

Close up of pork burger with toppings.
Pork burger. Photo credit: Girl Carnivore.

This pork burger is autumn in a bite. With Roasted Squash Aioli and Apple Chips recipe is the perfect ode to fall in portable burger form. Dig in!
Get the Recipe: The Ultimate Burger for Fall

Steakhouse Hamburger Salad with Keto Blue Cheese Dressing

Steakhouse Hamburger Salad with Keto Blue Cheese Dressing.
Steakhouse Hamburger Salad with Keto Blue Cheese Dressing. Photo credit: Girl Carnivore

This steakhouse hamburger salad is loaded with a smoked burger and creamy blue cheese dressing for a low carb crazy delicious dinner!
Get the Recipe: Steakhouse Hamburger Salad with Keto Blue Cheese Dressing

Argentinian Chimichurri Butter Burger

Glistening butter burger with chimichurri.
Chimichurri Butter Burger. Photo credit: Girl Carnivore.

Chimichurri Butter. Yeah, you heard that right. This Argentinian Chimichurri Butter Burger is simple and amazing, and simply amazing. Get that grill going.
Get the Recipe: Argentinian Chimichurri Butter Burger

Grilled Bison Burger

Bison burger on bun.
Bison Burgers. Photo credit: Girl Carnivore.

Experience the bold and flavorful taste of our grilled bison burger recipe with brussels sprout slaw. A lean and delicious alternative to beef.
Get the Recipe: Grilled Bison Burger

Char Grilled Fajita Burgers

Close up on burger with fajita toppings.
Fajita burger. Photo credit: Girl Carnivore.

Who doesn’t love a sizzling platter of fresh fajita fixins?! This Char-Grilled Fajita Burger Recipe puts all that flavor between two buns.
Get the Recipe: Char Grilled Fajita Burgers

Cheeseburger Salad

Overhead shot of cheeseburger atop a salad.
Cheeseburger salad. Photo credit: GirlCarnivore.

Indulge in the deliciousness of a low-carb cheeseburger salad with juicy grilled burgers, crisp veggies, and a keto thousand island dressing.
Get the Recipe: Cheeseburger Salad

How to Grill the Perfect Burger on Gas, Charcoal or Pellet Grills

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Philly Cheesesteak Burgers. Photo credit: Girl Carnivore.

Master the art of grilling burgers with our expert tips and techniques. Grill juicy beef patties on gas, charcoal and pellet grills!
Get the Recipe: How to Grill the Perfect Burger on Gas, Charcoal or Pellet Grills