Pizza flavored beef burgers (Printable Format)

Juicy beef burgers seasoned with Italian herbs, topped with pizza sauce, melted cheese, and your favorite pizza toppings. A fun twist on classic burgers.

# What You'll Gather:

→ For the Patties

01 - 1 pound ground beef (80/20 blend for juiciness)
02 - 1/2 cup Italian breadcrumbs
03 - 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
04 - 1 teaspoon garlic powder
05 - 1 teaspoon onion powder
06 - 1 teaspoon dried oregano
07 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
08 - 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

→ For Assembly

09 - 4 hamburger buns
10 - 1/2 cup pizza sauce (store-bought or homemade)
11 - 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese

→ Optional Toppings

12 - 1/4 cup sliced pepperoni (optional)
13 - 1/4 cup chopped green bell peppers (optional)
14 - 1/4 cup sliced black olives (optional)

# Step-by-Step Instructions:

01 - In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground beef, Italian breadcrumbs, grated Parmesan cheese, garlic powder, onion powder, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper. Mix well until all ingredients are evenly incorporated.
02 - Divide the mixture into 4 equal portions and shape them into patties. Make sure the patties are slightly larger than the buns, as they will shrink during cooking.
03 - Heat a skillet or frying pan over medium heat. Cook the patties for about 4-5 minutes on each side, or until they reach an internal temperature of 160°F (71°C).
04 - Once the patties are cooked, spread a tablespoon of pizza sauce on each patty. Top with shredded mozzarella cheese, pepperoni, green bell peppers, and black olives (if using).
05 - Place the patties on a baking sheet and broil in the oven for 2-3 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
06 - Toast the hamburger buns lightly. Place each patty on a bun and serve immediately.

# Important Tips:

01 - These old school pizza burgers combine the best of both worlds - juicy beef burgers with all your favorite pizza flavors.
02 - Perfect for family dinners or casual gatherings when you want something fun and different.