From Hawaiian

Tuna Burgers with Maui Wowee Salsa to Lamburers à la Grecque with

Cilantro-Mint Chutney, past Build a Better Burger contest winners have

showcased the variety of things people want in a burger.

The contest

requires only that ingredients be formed into a patty and fit into a bun

or other bread product.

Chef Starr

offers some of his favorite combinations that are sure to make your next

backyard barbecue a hit.

Make burgers

using ground chicken seasoned with pine nuts and basil, then top with

fresh mozzarella and vine-ripened tomatoes. Pair with a fresh, crisp Chardonnay.

Grill ground

pork burgers and serve with cole slaw and tangy barbecue sauce. Serve

with a lush Merlot.

Dress up beef

burgers by topping with crisped prosciutto and Stilton cheese. Pair with

a fragrant, smooth Cabernet Sauvignon.

Top ahi tuna

burgers with spicy salsa. Serve with a light, delicately fruity White

Zinfandel.

Entries for

the Build a Better Burger Contest will be accepted until August 31, 2001

(contest invalid in CA and UT).

For contest

information visit www.sutterhome.com or send a request along with

a self-addressed, stamped envelope to: Build a Better Burger, Sutter Home

Winery, P.O. Box 248, St. Helena, Calif. 94574-0248.

And remember,

the next time you have a craving for a juicy burger, you just may want

to ignite your culinary creativity, open a bottle of wine, and go forth

and grill.