It's good to have trusty standbys. I must confess, in these meatless days of summer, I really love veggie burgers. This is related to the fact that I am nutso for sandwiches (the burger element adds an appropriate summery touch), and I feel like I'm sitting down to some serious eats when I gots me a burger. Who cares if it's made of wheat germ and peas?  There are manifold opinions when it comes to the best veggie burger brands out there, but I am partial to Dr. Praeger's myself (you can actually see the vegetables in the patty). And anything I can make at work in the toaster oven feels as close to a home-cooked meal as you can get in an office kitchenette. Don't want a sprouted wheat bun? Use a toasted multi-grain English muffin. Top with pico de gallo and a little guacamole and serve with a side of baked potato chips or salad and you have a very healthy, hearty meal. --Sarah McColl

The comments want to know what you think are the best veggie burger brands out there and how you dress them up.