Indulge in the ultimate comfort food fusion with our Pizza Burger recipe! This mouthwatering creation combines the best of both worlds: the juicy, savory goodness of a burger and the cheesy, flavorful toppings of a pizza. Get ready to tantalize your taste buds with every bite!
Ingredients:
For the Burgers:
- 1 pound ground beef (or your preferred ground meat)
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 egg
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon onion powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
For the Pizza Sauce:
- 1 cup marinara sauce
- 1 tablespoon Italian seasoning
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (adjust to taste)
For the Toppings:
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup sliced pepperoni
- 1/4 cup sliced mushrooms
- 1/4 cup sliced bell peppers
- Fresh basil leaves for garnish
Instructions:
- Prepare the Burgers:
- In a large bowl, combine the ground beef, breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, egg, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Mix well until thoroughly combined.
- Form the mixture into 4 equal-sized patties.
- Cook the Burgers:
- Heat a grill or skillet over medium-high heat.
- Cook the burgers for 4-5 minutes per side, or until desired level of doneness.
- Assemble the Pizza Burgers:
- Place the cooked burgers on 4 buns.
- Top each burger with a generous amount of marinara sauce, mozzarella cheese, pepperoni, mushrooms, and bell peppers.
- Place the assembled burgers on a baking sheet.
- Bake the Burgers:
- Broil the burgers for 2-3 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Serve:
- Garnish each burger with fresh basil leaves.
- Serve immediately and enjoy!
Tips:
- For a spicier kick, add more red pepper flakes to the pizza sauce.
- Feel free to customize the toppings to your liking.
- To make the burgers extra juicy, add a slice of cheese to the top of each patty before broiling.
Enjoy this delicious and unique twist on classic comfort food!