Old School Pizza Burgers
Old School Pizza Burgers merge the comforting flavors of pizza with a juicy beef patty, creating an irresistible meal that will take you back to childhood. Each burger is loaded with gooey mozzarella, savory marinara sauce, and spicy pepperoni, making it perfect for family gatherings or cozy nights in. Quick to prepare and customizable with your favorite toppings, these burgers are sure to delight everyone at the table.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground beef (80/20)
- 2 tsp Italian seasoning
- 1 tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
- ½ cup marinara sauce
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 15 slices pepperoni
- 4 burger buns
Instructions
- In a large bowl, mix ground beef, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Shape into four equal patties.
- Preheat grill or skillet over medium-high heat; oil grates if using a grill.
- Cook patties for 4-5 minutes on each side until the internal temperature reaches 160°F (71°C). Add pepperoni during the last minute to melt.
- Spoon marinara sauce over each patty and sprinkle with mozzarella cheese. Cover briefly until cheese melts.
- Toast burger buns until golden brown. Assemble by placing each patty on a bun and adding desired toppings.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 burger (200g)
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 880mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 90mg