Cheesy Italian Pizza Burgers (Print Version)
Savor Italian flavors with ground beef, marinara, mozzarella, and pizza toppings on golden buns.
# Ingredients:
→ Beef Patties
01 -
1 pound ground beef
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1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
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Salt, to taste
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Black pepper, to taste
→ Pizza Toppings
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1 cup marinara sauce
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6 ounces shredded mozzarella cheese
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Assorted pizza toppings, such as pepperoni slices, sliced olives, or chopped bell peppers
→ To Serve
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4 hamburger buns
# Steps:
01 -
Combine the ground beef, Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper in a large bowl, mixing gently until just incorporated.
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Divide the mixture into four equal portions and form each into a patty approximately 0.6 inches thick.
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Preheat a skillet or grill pan over medium-high heat. Sear the patties for 3 to 4 minutes on each side, or until desired doneness.
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While the patties cook, split the hamburger buns and toast the cut sides in a separate pan over medium heat until lightly golden.
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Spoon marinara sauce over each patty, top with shredded mozzarella, and add your preferred pizza toppings. Cover the pan and allow the cheese to melt, about 2 to 3 minutes.
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Transfer the patties with melted cheese and toppings to the toasted buns. Serve immediately while hot.
# Notes:
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Avoid overworking the beef mixture to produce tender and juicy patties.