CHOW Veggie Burger

Our stab at the perfect formula. (By Regan Burns)

Jimmy’s Homemade Veggie Burger (By jimmyhungry )

The Big CHOW

Two all-beef patties, special sauce, lettuce, cheese, pickles, onions on a sesame seed bun. (By Kate Ramos)

CHOW Slider Hamburger Buns

These buns may be small, but they’re filled with big flavor and are everything a slider bun should be: slightly sweet, squishy, and ready to sop up burger juices. (By Aida Mollenkamp)

CHOW Slider

The first modern burger, this little guy dates back to 1921 and was created at White Castle by Walter Anderson. (By Aida Mollenkamp)

Bison Bacon Cheeseburger

Topped with a mess of sautéed jalapeños and onions. (By Aida Mollenkamp)

White Bean–Olive-Basil Spread

Good as either a dip or a spread. (By Regan Burns)

Bull-Market Burger

This decadent burger is a fine-dining, three-course meal served up on a fresh kaiser roll. (By Amy Wisniewski)

Olive-Parsley Dip with Crudités

Elevate your next vegetable tray with a simple, tangy dip packed with olives. (By Kate Ramos)

Grilled Vegetable Sandwich with Egg Salad and Bacon

A big hit on the CHOW camping trip, though it’s great anytime. (By Aida Mollenkamp)

Middle Eastern Lamb Burgers

Moroccan kefta meets backyard barbecue. (By Regan Burns)

Cardamom-Spiced Carrot Cake with Whipped Cream Cheese Frosting

Kept extra-moist with a generous helping of grated carrot, and lightly spiced with cardamom and ginger. (By Kate Ramos)

Bratwurst and Butternut Squash Stew

A hearty, warming dish. (By Aida Mollenkamp)

Bison Burger with Mushrooms and Spring Onions

Loaded with natural ingredients, this is the forager’s burger. (By CHOW Food Team)

Stuffed Poblanos with Black Beans and Cheese

Super veggie burrito meets grilled peppers. (By Kate Ramos)