Don’t wait ‘til the fireworks for ooohs and aaahs this Fourth.

Grilling burgers on Independence Day is as American as apple pie. (By the way, we sell awesome homemade apple pie, too). Pretty much everyone with a grill and spatula has served up this classic. But here are a few tips that just might take your burgers to the next level.

Uff-Da U-Betcha Dontcha-know Minnesota Turkeys Are Better. Don’t chance it with a typical grocery-store bird on the big day. Order your fresh Minnesota turkey from Hagbeg’s. We’re taking orders for fresh Minnesota Turkey at the meat case or give us a call we’ll be happy to put you on the reservation list.

You may not be a professional meat cutter, but maintaining a good quality knife is essential for many reasons. Anyone who uses knives over an extended period knows the frustration of trying to use blunt, dull knives. First of all, be sure to keep an eye on our Facebook page because Rusty from Minnesota Knife Sharpening stops by Hagberg’s fairly regularly to give our customer’s knives an edge. In the meantime, here are a few “tips” of the trade to help you keep your knives cleanly cutting.