Buns of zeal: Baking your own burger buns is so, so worth the effort

Don’t say this to your butcher, but many a chef will agree: The burger bun is just as important as the patty. If you want to make a truly memorable hamburger, then you won’t regret taking the time to make your own buns. By all means, source some good buns from a bakery or supermarket. If you do buy packaged buns at the supermarket, then go for brioche buns. This slightly yellowish yeast pastry, originally from France, is a great match for burgers. If they are marked “handmade” then they should be good quality. But the tastiest buns are homemade. “It’s important that the buns are soft, so you c…

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