Description
Old School Pizza Burgers combine the juicy, savory flavors of classic ground beef burgers with the tangy zest of pizza sauce and melted sharp cheddar cheese, all nestled in a soft burger bun. This straightforward recipe comes together quickly and is perfect for a family dinner or casual get-together, delivering the nostalgic taste of pizza in a fun burger form.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 cup pizza sauce
- 1 tablespoon Italian seasoning
- 6 burger buns, halved
- 1 1/2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Set your oven to 350°F (175°C) to prepare for baking the assembled pizza burgers.
- Cook the Ground Beef: Brown the ground beef in a skillet over medium-high heat, stirring occasionally until fully cooked. Drain any excess fat to keep it from being greasy.
- Season and Sauce: Stir in the Italian seasoning to the cooked beef, then mix in the pizza sauce. Allow the mixture to simmer gently until it thickens slightly, enhancing the flavor and consistency.
- Prepare Buns: Arrange burger bun halves on a baking sheet with the cut side facing up, ready for topping.
- Assemble: Evenly spread the beef and sauce mixture over each bun half. Generously top each with shredded sharp cheddar cheese for that gooey, melty pizza burger effect.
- Bake: Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and bake for 12 minutes or until the cheese is melted and bubbly, indicating the burger is heated through and ready.
- Serve: Add the top bun to each pizza burger and let them cool slightly before serving to enjoy the perfect handheld pizza-burger fusion.
Notes
- Use lean ground beef to reduce excess grease.
- Feel free to add sliced pepperoni or mushrooms before baking for extra pizza toppings.
- To make them spicier, mix in some crushed red pepper flakes with the Italian seasoning.
- Cheese alternatives like mozzarella or a blend of Italian cheeses would also work well.
- Serve with a side salad or crispy fries for a complete meal.
