Description
Old School Pizza Burgers are the ultimate comfort food fusion, combining the savory goodness of a beef burger with classic pizza flavors. Imagine a juicy beef patty topped with rich marinara sauce, gooey mozzarella cheese, and your favorite pizza toppings all nestled in a toasted bun. Perfect for family dinners or casual gatherings, these easy-to-make burgers deliver nostalgia and deliciousness in every bite. Get ready to impress your guests with this mouthwatering twist on two beloved classics!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground beef (80/20)
- 1 cup pizza sauce
- 4 slices mozzarella cheese
- 1/4 cup fresh basil leaves
- 4 burger buns (toasted)
- 8 slices pepperoni
- 1/2 cup chopped bell peppers
Instructions
- Preheat your grill to medium heat (about 350°F) or heat a skillet over medium-high.
- In a bowl, season ground beef with salt and pepper, then shape into four patties slightly larger than the buns.
- Grill or pan-fry patties for about 4 minutes on each side until they reach an internal temperature of at least 160°F.
- In the last minute of cooking, top each patty with pizza sauce and mozzarella cheese. Cover to melt the cheese.
- Assemble burgers on toasted buns, adding pepperoni, bell peppers, and fresh basil leaves.
- Serve immediately while warm.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 16 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling/Pan-Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 burger (200g)
- Calories: 470
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 930mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: - Substitute ground turkey or plant-based patties for a lighter option. - Experiment with different cheeses like cheddar or provolone for unique flavors. - Toasting the buns enhances texture; be sure not to skip this step.