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Steps to Master the Ideal Flat-Top Patty

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As the patty cooks, these dimples broaden and leave the top of the hamburger flat. Yes, you ought to always rest a hamburger.

Plus, burgers will also be easier to handle after they rest for 3 to 5 minutes. A little rest is an excellent way to avoid burgers that break as you position them on a bun or plate.

At Martin's, we'll be the first to tell you: "." A soft, buttery Martin's Potato Roll is the gold standard for any great hamburger. But if we needed to talk toppings, wellwe've got some concepts. With (May 26) and (May 28) just around the corner, it's formally hamburger season. Whether you're preparing a backyard celebration, a household cookout, or a chill grill night, it's the ideal time to set something brand-new with those popular buns.

From blueberry salsa to mac and cheese, guava BBQ sauce to fried jalapeos, these burgers are constructed to impressall served on Martin's rolls for that ideal bite, every time. Required even more hamburger motivation? Do not miss our Seasonal Hamburger Guide and All-American Cookout Favorites for tips, pairings, and party-ready ideas.

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We're talking sweet, hot, tacky, fruity, and downright indulgent. Scroll through our list of 20 vibrant hamburger buildsall made with Martin's Potato Rollsand find your next grilling go-to! This sweet-and-savory showstopper will have your visitors doing a double takein the finest way. Fresh blueberries take center stage in this dynamic, fruit-forward salsa, combined with jalapeos, red bell pepper, red onion, lemon juice, and sliced cilantro for a perfect balance of sweet, heat, and tangy.

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Creamy, tangy, and full of taste. This simple yet delicious spread combines velvety mayonnaise with abundant sun-dried tomato pesto for a gourmet-level hamburger upgrade in seconds. It's the ideal match for a juicy grilled patty and adds a burst of umami to every bite. Slather it generously onto a toasted Martin's Sandwich Potato Roll and view your backyard hamburger night immediately level up.

This sweet and tasty BBQ sauce blends guava paste with apple cider vinegar, tomato paste, lime juice, and smoky spices for a Caribbean-inspired flavor bomb. Simmered to excellence and brushed over a skillfully grilled hamburger, it includes a sticky-sweet glaze with simply the ideal balance of fruitiness and depth. Match it with a Martin's Sandwich Potato Roll for a summertime hamburger that's anything but common.

Pimento cheese is more than simply a spreadit's a hamburger's finest buddy. This house-made version mixes extra-sharp cheddar with cream cheese, mayo, chopped pimentos, and a dash of Tabasco for just the correct amount of heat. Layer it over a juicy burger patty with sauted onions, crispy bacon, lettuce, and tomato, then serve it all up on a hearty Martin's Big Marty's Roll.

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Surf satisfies grass in this decadent, coastal-inspired hamburger. This hamburger takes the extravagance up a notch with a creamy, tacky warm crab dip spooned right over a timeless double-patty cheeseburger. Layered with lettuce, tomato, pickles, and a spray of fresh green onion, the crab topping adds an abundant, tasty seafood twist.

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A Canadian convenience classicreimagined as a hamburger. This hamburger takes inspiration from poutine, the precious dish of crispy fries, melty cheese curds, and rich brown gravy. It starts with a juicy, herb-seasoned beef patty topped with cheese curds or fresh mozzarella, a generous handful of French french fries, and a pour-over of homemade onion-shallot gravy.

A tropical topper that brings the heatand the sweet. This Caribbean-inspired burger packs a tasty punch with a homemade mango salsa made from ripe mango, fresh cilantro, green onion, jalapeo, and a splash of lime juice. It's the perfect enhance to a jerk-seasoned beef patty topped with Colby Jack cheese.

This hamburger brings the campfire comfort food vibesno tent needed. Overruning with creamy, cheesy, cracker-topped mac and cheese, this burger is a real summer season cookout showpiece. It begins with a flame-grilled beef patty topped with melted American cheese, lettuce, tomato, onion, and picklesall piled high up on a Martin's Big Marty's Roll.

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Pimento cheese is more than just a spreadit's a burger's buddy. This house-made version blends extra-sharp cheddar with cream cheese, mayo, sliced pimentos, and a dash of Tabasco for simply the correct amount of heat. Layer it over a juicy burger patty with sauted onions, crispy bacon, lettuce, and tomato, then serve it all up on a hearty Martin's Huge Marty's Roll.

Surf fulfills turf in this decadent, coastal-inspired hamburger. This burger takes the extravagance up a notch with a creamy, cheesy warm crab dip spooned right over a classic double-patty cheeseburger. Layered with lettuce, tomato, pickles, and a sprinkle of fresh green onion, the crab topping adds a rich, tasty seafood twist.

A Canadian comfort classicreimagined as a burger. This burger takes inspiration from poutine, the beloved dish of crispy fries, melty cheese curds, and rich brown gravy. It starts with a juicy, herb-seasoned beef patty topped with cheese curds or fresh mozzarella, a generous handful of French french fries, and a pour-over of homemade onion-shallot gravy.

A tropical topper that brings the heatand the sweet. This Caribbean-inspired burger packs a delicious punch with a homemade mango salsa made from ripe mango, fresh cilantro, green onion, jalapeo, and a splash of lime juice. It's the perfect enhance to a jerk-seasoned beef patty topped with Colby Jack cheese.

This hamburger brings the campfire comfort food vibesno tent needed. Overflowing with creamy, cheesy, cracker-topped mac and cheese, this burger is a true summertime cookout masterpiece. It begins with a flame-grilled beef patty topped with melted American cheese, lettuce, tomato, onion, and picklesall stacked high on a Martin's Huge Marty's Roll.

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