Don Hazelwood

This month’s Burger Night paid tribute to the legendary Green Chile Cheeseburger from The Owl Bar and Café in San Antonio, New Mexico. Inspired by a standout stop on our 2021 cross country trip, I recreated the magic at home with homemade green chile, smashed patties, melted cheese, and grilled brioche buns. Simple, messy, and absolutely delicious.

This month’s Burger Night was special. Beth and I cooked burgers and tots for more than thirty residents and caregivers at the CaringHouse in Durham, a place offering support and housing to adults undergoing cancer treatment. A simple meal meant more than we expected, and the experience reminded us how food and connection can make a real difference.