Mediterranean Garlic Parmesan Cheeseburger 

 

Flaky biscuit bombs stuffed with seasoned ground beef, crumbled feta, herbs, and sun-dried tomatoes—brushed with garlic-herb olive oil and sprinkled with Parmesan. A bite-sized Mediterranean delight

 

Ingredients

 

For the Filling:

 

• 1 lb ground lamb or lean ground beef
• 1 small red onion, finely diced
• 2 garlic cloves, minced
• ½ tsp ground cumin
• ½ tsp smoked paprika
• ½ tsp dried oregano
• Salt and black pepper to taste
• ¼ cup chopped sun-dried tomatoes
• ½ cup crumbled feta cheese
• Optional: a handful of chopped kalamata olives or spinach for extra flavor

For the Dough:

 

• 1 can (16 oz) refrigerated biscuit dough (or homemade if you prefer)
• Garlic Herb Olive Oil Topping:
• 4 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
• 2 cloves garlic, finely minced or grated
• 1 tbsp chopped fresh parsley (or 1 tsp dried)
• 1 tbsp chopped fresh oregano (or ½ tsp dried)
• ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese (or crumbled kefalotyri for authenticity)

 

Directions

 

1. Preheat the Oven

 

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it with olive oil.

 

2. Cook the Filling

 

In a skillet, heat a drizzle of olive oil over medium heat. Add red onion and sauté until soft (about 2–3 minutes). Add garlic, ground meat, cumin, paprika, oregano, salt, and pepper. Cook until meat is browned.

Stir in sun-dried tomatoes and cook 1 more minute. Remove from heat and stir in feta cheese. Let the filling cool slightly.

 

3. Prepare the Dough

 

Flatten each biscuit into a 4–5 inch round on a floured surface. Place about 1 tablespoon of filling into the center. If using, top with a few pieces of spinach or olives.

 

4. Form the Bombs

 

Fold the dough up and around the filling. Pinch edges to seal and place seam-side down on the baking sheet.

 

5. Garlic Herb Topping

 

In a small bowl, mix olive oil, garlic, parsley, and oregano. Brush generously over each dough bomb. Sprinkle with grated Parmesan.

 

6. Bake to Golden Goodness

 

Bake for 15–18 minutes, or until golden brown and slightly puffed.

 

7. Serve and Enjoy

 

Let cool slightly. Serve warm with a side of tzatziki, garlic yogurt dip, or marinara with a drizzle of olive oil