50 States, 50 Sizzling Dishes: The Ultimate Foodie Road Trip Through The USA
Green Chile Cheeseburgers from New Mexico
New Mexico’s culinary crown goes to the Green Chile Cheeseburger, a symphony of savory, spicy, and ooey-gooey, born in the warmth of roadside diners and echoing through generations of locals.
However, its origins get smoky, like the roasted green chiles themselves. Legends whisper of 1930s lunch counters, hungry miners needing a quick kick. Others cite Mexican influences with tortillas morphing into buns. Whatever the story, the love affair with the Green Chile Cheeseburger is undeniable. Today, it’s practically a state emblem: 90% of New Mexicans admit to devouring one at least once a month!
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