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TIP OF THE DAY: Creative Toppings For Burgers, Brats & Franks

June 13, 2016 at 8:44 am · Filed under Condiments, Father's Day, July 4th/Independence Day, Labor Day, Meat & Poultry, Memorial Day, Tip Of The Day

Memphis Burger With BBQ & Coleslaw

Burger With Avocado & Salsa

Cheeseburger Surprise
Top: The Memphis Burger, with cheddar, barbecued pork and cole slaw (photo courtesy Cheesecake Factory). Center: South Of The Border: avocado and salsa (photo courtesy Omaha Steaks). Bottom: Mac and Cheese Burger (photo courtesy Glory Days Grill.

On Father’s Day, most people assume that dads wants to dine out. But a recent survey of 775 dads nationwide conducted by restaurant guide Zagat, says something different. While 80% of those surveyed say they love dining out in general, for Father’s Day more than half of them just want to stay home.

52% of the dads claim they just want to stay home for a meal with their families.

29% reveal that “having to go out at all” is their number one Father’s Day dining out complaint.

14% “just want to be left alone.”

When asked about their ideal Father’s Day meal, only 14% prefer a high-end steakhouse.

18% would enjoy going out to something easy and local.

Other complaints against include going out include dread of driving (traffic, parking), having to pay the bill at their own celebration, and having to dress up.

The best path, of course, is to ask your dad what he wants. If that’s just burgers and franks in the backyard, you can still make it a special celebration with these ideas for creative toppings from ThePamperedChef.com, along with a few of our own.

Pampered Chef is a great resource for high-quality kitchen wares and yummy recipes to make with them.

SPECIAL TOPPINGS FOR BURGERS, BRATS, FRANKS & SAUSAGES

It’s time to set aside the ketchup and mustard, says The Pampered Chef, and take burgers and hot dogs from meh to amazing.

Whether dad prefers burgers made of beef, bison, chicken, pork, turkey or veggies—or prefers brats, classic hot dogs or sausages—plan a creative cookout.

> CREATIVE BURGER TOPPINGS

Bacon, Brie and grilled apples

Bacon, blue cheese and caramelized onions

Bacon and peach jam

Fried egg, pickled onions, baby arugula and barbecue sauce

Fried onion rings, queso (cheese sauce) and pickled jalapeños

Goat cheese, roasted red peppers and chutney

Grilled pineapple and teriyaki sauce

Guacamole, chunky salsa and tortilla chips

Hummus or spinach dip, crumbled feta cheese and Kalamata olives

Kimchi and wasabi mayonnaise

Mac and cheese with sliced tomato, onion and crumbled tortilla chips

Pimento cheese spread and grilled onions

Provolone cheese, marinara sauce and fresh basil

Potato chips and onion dip

Sautéed onions and mushrooms

Sautéed spinach and mushrooms

Snow crab, avocado and pickled ginger

> CREATIVE TOPPINGS FOR BRATS, FRANKS & SAUSAGES

Apple-cabbage slaw

Baked beans, diced red onion, shredded cheese, cilantro, optional salsa

Baked potato “bun” (put the bun in a well-done, split baked potato), bacon, sour cream & chives (The “Boise Dog”)

Carrot, cucumber and radish salad with herb mayonnaise (The “San Francisco Dog”)

Carrot salad with raisins and optional walnuts

Dilled cucumber salad with fresh parsley garnish

Caramelized onions and bacon with melted Gruyère

Chili, diced onions and shredded Cheddar cheese

Green chiles, red onions, red jalapeños and sour cream (The “Denver Dog”)

Crumbled potato chips and onion dip

Guacamole, cilantro and diced red onions

Ham, Swiss cheese, pickles and spicy mustard

Muffuletta olive salad (The “New Orleans Dog”)

Mustard slaw (half sauerkraut, half mustard or blend to taste), sweet pickle chips

Pesto, fresh basil, diced tomatoes, and grated Parmesan (“The Italian”)

Sauerkraut, shredded corned beef, Swiss cheese and Thousand Island dressing (“The Reuben”)

Queso (cheese sauce), pickled jalapeños, shredded lettuce, diced tomato and sour cream (“The Mexican”)

Pickled vegetables (giardiniera) and mustard slaw

Pineapple relish, lemon-garlic mayonnaise and starfruit (substitute diced mango) (The “Honolulu Dog”)

Pizza sauce, melted or shredded mozzarella and sliced pepperoni

Scrambled eggs and sautéed mushrooms (“The Brunch Dog”)

Sweet pickle relish and shredded pepperjack cheese

Vidalia onion and peach relish (The “Atlanta Dog”)

Mexican Hot Dog

Fancy Hot Dogs

Top: A Mexican Dog with shredded Cheddar, onions, tomatoes and jalapeños; chili optional (photo courtesy Body By Bison). Bottom: Brat with dill pickles, pepperoncini and cilantro (photo courtesy Kindred Restaurant).

ANOTHER THOUGHT

Ask guests to suggest creative toppings in advance of the event. Create them and let everyone vote for the winner.

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