Pizza Burgers

Absolutely! Here’s a more complete recipe based on the image and common practices for pizza burgers:

Pizza Burgers

Yields: 4-6 servings

Prep time: 15 minutes

Cook time: 20-25 minutes

Ingredients:

1 pound ground beef

1 teaspoon Italian seasoning

Salt and pepper to taste

16-24 slices pepperoni

1/2 cup pizza sauce (plus more for dipping, if desired)

4-6 hamburger buns or English muffins, split

4-6 slices mozzarella cheese (or shredded mozzarella)

Optional toppings: cooked onions, bell peppers, mushrooms, olives, etc.

Instructions:

Prepare the patties: In a medium bowl, combine the ground beef, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Mix gently but thoroughly. Form the mixture into 4-6 equal patties, slightly larger than your buns.

Cook the patties: Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the patties and cook for 4-5 minutes per side, or until browned and cooked through. The internal temperature should reach 160°F (71°C).

Add the sauce and toppings: While the patties are cooking, you can lightly toast the buns or English muffins if desired. During the last minute of cooking, top each patty with pizza sauce, pepperoni slices, and any other desired toppings. Place a slice of mozzarella cheese on top.

Melt the cheese: Cover the skillet to allow the cheese to melt completely, about 1-2 minutes.

Assemble the burgers: Place the cooked patties on the bun bottoms and top with the other half of the bun.

Serve: Serve immediately. You can offer extra pizza sauce or marinara sauce for dipping.

Tips and Variations:

For Stovetop: You can cook the patties in a skillet on the stovetop as described above.

For Grilling: Grill the patties over medium heat for 5-7 minutes per side, or until cooked through.

For Baking: Bake the patties in a preheated oven at 375°F (190°C) for 15-20 minutes, or until cooked through. Add the sauce, toppings, and cheese in the last few minutes of baking.

Cheese Variations: Feel free to use other cheeses like provolone, cheddar, or a blend of Italian cheeses.

Spicy Kick: Add a pinch of red pepper flakes to the ground beef mixture or use a spicy pizza sauce.

Homemade Pizza Sauce: For a richer flavor, use homemade pizza sauce.

Add Veggies: Sautéed onions, bell peppers, mushrooms, or olives can be added as toppings for extra flavor and nutrition.

Garlic Bread Buns: Use garlic bread or lightly spread garlic butter on the buns before toasting for extra flavor.

Enjoy your delicious homemade pizza burgers! Let me know if you have any other questions.