The burger debate is about to get very loud at backyards all over America this weekend.
Smash or thick patty?
It's a real argument with real stakes. And we have opinions.
Before you decide which camp you're in, here's what we know for certain: most backyard burgers are overworked, underseasoned, and cooked on a grate that hasn't been cleaned since last summer. That's a problem we can fix right now.
Three things that will immediately make your burgers better this weekend:
- Season generously — and hit the outside, not just what's mixed in
- Hot grill, less flipping. Touch it twice, max.
- Rest it. Two minutes under a loose tent before the bun. Don't skip this.
The grill master who makes the best burger this weekend gets bragging rights until Labor Day.
What's your style this Memorial Day — smash, thick patty, or something wild? Let's hear it.