These Pizza Burgers

Creating the perfect Pizza Burger begins with understanding the core ingredients that contribute to its flavor and texture. Each element plays a crucial role in ensuring that every bite is as delicious as the last.

Discover the mouthwatering fusion of flavors with Pizza Burgers, where the classic burger meets the deliciousness of pizza. This innovative dish combines juicy beef patties infused with zesty tomato sauce, melty mozzarella, and your favorite toppings like pepperoni and fresh basil. Perfect for family meals or gatherings, Pizza Burgers are easy to make and even better to enjoy. Unleash your culinary creativity with this delectable recipe that everyone will love.

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Ingredients

1 lb ground beef (80/20)

1 tsp garlic powder

1 tsp onion powder

1 tsp Italian seasoning

Salt and pepper, to taste

4 large hamburger buns

1 cup marinara sauce (plus extra for serving)

1 ½ cups shredded mozzarella cheese

½ cup sliced pepperoni

Fresh basil leaves, for garnish

Olive oil, for brushing

Instructions

Prepare the Burger Patties:

- In a large bowl, mix the ground beef, garlic powder, onion powder, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Combine until just mixed, being careful not to overwork the meat.

- Divide the mixture into 4 equal portions and shape them into patties slightly larger than the diameter of your buns.

Cook the Patties:

- Preheat your grill or stovetop skillet over medium-high heat. Brush with a little olive oil to prevent sticking.

- Add the burger patties and cook for about 4-5 minutes on one side, until a nice sear forms. Flip the patties and immediately spoon about ¼ cup of marinara sauce on top of each burger.

Add the Toppings:

- Sprinkle the shredded mozzarella cheese evenly over the marinara sauce on each patty. Add a few slices of pepperoni on top of the cheese.

- Close the grill lid (or cover the skillet) and allow the cheese to melt for another 2-3 minutes. Burgers should be cooked to your desired doneness.

Toast the Buns:

- While the burgers are cooking, split the hamburger buns and brush the insides lightly with olive oil. Place them cut-side down on the grill or in a separate skillet to toast until golden brown.

Assemble the Pizza Burgers:

- Once the cheese is melted and the patties are cooked, remove them from the heat.

- Place each burger on the bottom half of a toasted bun, then top with fresh basil leaves and additional marinara sauce if desired. Cap with the top half of the bun.

Serve:

- Serve immediately with extra marinara sauce for dipping and enjoy your delicious Pizza Burgers!

Prep Time, Total Time, Servings: 15 min | 25 min | 4 servings