How to Make a Perfect Burger

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Tired of plain ol' ketchup and yellow mustard? The GH food department scoured local supermarkets for some fresh new condiments, and here's what we found:

Ketchups and Steak Sauces:

• We liked Kick'rs Hot & Spicy Ketchup, a zesty blend of ketchup and Tabasco from Heinz.
• We were also happy to find, from Annie's Naturals, a nice organic alternative to traditional ketchup.
• For a wonderfully sweet sauce, try Smith & Wollensky Steak Sauce, which will complement basic beef burgers.
• In keeping with the "hot" trend, the folks from Tabasco have created Tabasco Caribbean Style Steak Sauce �?sweet and spicy with a tangy edge (and thick enough to stay put!).

Mustards and More:

• Our favorite was Maille Horseradish Mustard, which had just the right balance of mustard and horseradish plus a velvety texture.
• For the flavor of ballpark mustard, Hellmann's Dijonnaise, a creamy and mellow Dijon, scored a home run.
• With its smoky-spicy flavor and piquant zing, Bookbinder's Southwest Style Chipotle Mustard is a perfect match for char-grilled burgers.
• We were pleasantly surprised by Silver Spring Wasabi Sauce. It has a pure hot wasabi flavor that will enliven many of our nonbeef burgers.

Relishes:

• The clear standout in this category was Patak's Brinjal Eggplant Relish. Tasters loved the sweet and tangy spices and chunky texture.
• Silver Palate Artsy Artichoke Dip & Spread was another unexpected favorite �?a tempting mix of sweet and savory, it's great for sandwiches.