Description
This Pizza Burger recipe combines the classic flavors of a pizza with the juicy satisfaction of a burger. Ground beef is mixed with mozzarella cheese, pizza sauce, and Italian seasoning to create flavorful patties that are grilled to perfection. Topped with pepperoni, diced bell peppers, and sliced red onions, then served on toasted hamburger buns, these burgers bring a unique twist to your meal that pizza and burger lovers alike will enjoy.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/4 cup pizza sauce
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
Toppings
- Pepperoni slices
- Diced bell peppers
- Sliced red onion
Buns
- Hamburger buns
Instructions
- Mix Ingredients: In a mixing bowl, combine ground beef, shredded mozzarella cheese, pizza sauce, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper until just mixed. Be careful not to overwork the meat to keep your patties tender.
- Form Patties: Shape the mixture into four patties that are slightly larger than your hamburger buns, as they will shrink a bit while cooking.
- Cook Patties: Preheat your grill or skillet over medium-high heat. Cook the patties for about 4-5 minutes on each side, or until they reach an internal temperature of 160°F to ensure they are fully cooked and safe to eat.
- Add Toppings: In the last minute of cooking, add pepperoni slices and extra shredded mozzarella cheese on top of the patties. Cover the grill or skillet briefly to allow the cheese to melt nicely.
- Toast Buns and Assemble: Lightly toast the hamburger buns on the grill or skillet for added texture and flavor. Assemble the burgers by placing the cooked patties on the buns and adding diced bell peppers, sliced red onions, and any other desired toppings.
Notes
- Use a meat thermometer to ensure the patties are cooked to a safe temperature of 160°F.
- Feel free to customize toppings according to your taste preferences.
- For extra flavor, you can brush the buns with garlic butter before toasting.
- If you prefer a spicier kick, add some crushed red pepper flakes to the beef mixture or top with jalapeños.
- Leftover patties can be refrigerated for up to 3 days or frozen for up to 1 month.
