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Ultimate Flavor Fusion: Pizza Burgers

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My love is pizza shaped. Won’t you have a slice? It’s circular, so there’s enough to go around.


Ingredients:

  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • 4 slices mozzarella cheese
  • 12 slices pepperoni
  • 2 tablespoons garlic powder
  • 1 lb. ground beef
  • 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • Hamburger buns
  • 1 tablespoon Italian seasoning
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 2 1/2 cups marinara sauce, divided

Preparation:

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes
Servings: 5


Simple Steps:

  1. Prepare the Patties:
    • In a large bowl, combine the ground beef, minced garlic, garlic powder, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper.
    • Form the mixture into 12 thin patties.
  2. Mix the Toppings:
    • In another bowl, mix together the olives, pepperoni, and a portion of the marinara sauce (about 1/2 cup).
  3. Cook the Patties:
    • Heat vegetable oil in a skillet over medium heat.
    • Cook the patties for 4 to 5 minutes on each side until golden brown and fully cooked.
  4. Assemble the Pizza Burgers:
    • Top each patty with pepperoni slices and mozzarella cheese.
    • Cover and cook for an additional 2 minutes or until the cheese is melted.
  5. Serve:
    • Place the patties onto hamburger buns.
    • Spoon the remaining marinara sauce over the patties.
    • Sprinkle with fresh parsley and serve with your favorite sides.

Is Adding Egg to the Patties a Good Choice?

I recommend adding an egg to the ground beef mixture to help bind the meat together. This prevents the burger from falling apart while cooking.


Serving Ideas:

Pizza burgers pair well with a variety of sides. Here are some great options:

  • Lemon Garlic Roasted Broccoli Salad
  • Fall Harvest Honeycrisp Apple and Kale Salad
  • Spicy Cauliflower Cheese Bites with Tahini Ranch
  • Mediterranean Couscous Salad
  • Spinach Artichoke Dip
  • Creamy Dilled Red Potato Salad

Extras:

  • Stuffed garlic balls
  • Grilled chicken Caesar salad
  • Fried spring onions and potatoes

Drinks:

  • Dry Vodka Martini
  • Classic Mojito
  • Coca-Cola, Sprite, or orange soda

Nutrition Information:

  • Calories: 606 kcal
  • Carbohydrates: 34g
  • Protein: 31g
  • Fat: 37g
  • Saturated Fat: 13g
  • Cholesterol: 102mg
  • Sodium: 784mg
  • Potassium: 770mg
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Sugar: 8g
  • Vitamin A: 615 IU
  • Vitamin C: 16.8mg
  • Calcium: 312mg
  • Iron: 6.1mg

Final Notes:

For juicy, flavorful burgers, use meat that is about 80% lean and 20% fat. Want to elevate your burgers even further? Try this seasoning mix:

  • 1 small grated onion
  • 1/2 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
  • Soy sauce or tamari sauce
  • 1 tablespoon Montreal steak seasoning

Mix it all into your ground beef and enjoy one of the best burger seasonings out there!


Enjoy Your Meal, Partner!

I hope you love this recipe as much as I do. Don’t forget to leave a comment and tell us about your experience!

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