Summer greetings, Crunch Crew! The summer sun is shining and we are ready to fire up the grill. It is no secret that burgers are a staple at any barbecue, but why settle for basic burgers when you can serve up a full-on burger bar experience? Whether you’re hosting a backyard bash, a poolside party, or a casual family night on the patio, a DIY burger bar is the ultimate way to please a crowd!
Appetizers with a Crunch
There is no better way to kick off your summer party than with bold, flavorful appetizers! Our John Wm. Macy’s Cheesesticks and Cheesecrisps are just what you need to impress your guests. Our recipe for Lemon Hummus is light and citrusy and pairs perfectly with John Wm. Macy’s Garlic Romano Cheesesticks. Another great option is our Spring Superfood Dip! It is packed with the fresh flavors of seasonal vegetables and can be served with John Wm. Macy’s Original Cheddar Cheesesticks for the perfect bite.
Building Your Burger Bar
A DIY burger bar is a great addition to any party! It is a great way to have guests serve themselves and customize their meal with all their favorite toppings. Start with your cheeses and select a variety that your guests will enjoy. American and cheddar are always safe bets, but you can include some blue cheese and Brie for a gourmet twist to your bar! Next, move on to veggies. Include lettuce, fresh tomato, red onion, avocado, and pickles. If you want to take your burger bar to the next level, try adding different toppings like fried eggs, grilled onions, onion rings, or even crushed John Wm. Macy’s Asiago & Cheddar Cheesecrips! Lastly, we can’t forget condiments! Include options like ketchup, mustard, mayonnaise and barbecue sauce. Arrange your cheeses, vegetables, condiments and other toppings neatly on a table so guests can easily move from one item to the next and assemble their burgers to perfection!
You can also prepare the toppings ahead of time! Slice your veggies earlier in the day, arrange them on a platter, and wrap tightly with cling wrap before storing them in the fridge. You can pull them out when the burgers are just about ready to come off the grill, and they will be perfectly chilled and ready to impress your guests!
Fire up the grill and get started on making your burgers. Cook them evenly and to your desired temperature. Once they are fully cooked, remove each burger from the grill and place on a platter with buns. This will make it easy for your guests to grab their burger and start assembling their toppings!
We hope this has inspired you to host your own barbecues this season! Tag us on social media @johnwmmacys and show us your burger bars. Happy hosting, Crunch Crew!
