Nothing Says Hello, Summer, Like a Grilled Burger

This burger can be enjoyed bun-less for anyone who is trying to cut down on carbs.
Nothing Says Hello, Summer, Like a Grilled Burger
Enjoy this flavor-packed turkey burger with or without the bun. JeanMarie Brownson/TNS
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There’s nothing like the aroma of a burger cooked over the searing heat of a grill. Whether cooking at home or strolling a street festival, the smell conjures hunger like no other summer food.

Indulgent? Yes, especially when eaten on bread and accompanied by rich toppings and a pile of fries. To alleviate some guilt (we’re trying to pare down for our son’s fall wedding), we’re opting to satisfy cravings with flavor-packed turkey burgers enjoyed without buns. Think of this option like a slab of great meatloaf with the flavors of the grill. We’ll serve them with sliced ripe tomatoes, farmers market salad greens, and a few oven-roasted potatoes.

JeanMarie Brownson
JeanMarie Brownson
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JeanMarie Brownson is a James Beard Award-winning author and the recipient of the IACP Cookbook Award for her latest cookbook, “Dinner at Home.” JeanMarie, a chef and authority on home cooking, Mexican cooking and specialty food, is one of the founding partners of Frontera Foods. She co-authored three cookbooks with chef Rick Bayless, including “Mexico: One Plate at a Time.” JeanMarie has enjoyed developing recipes and writing about food, travel and dining for more than four decades. ©2022 JeanMarie Brownson. Distributed by Tribune Content Agency, LLC.
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