Old School Pizza Burgers

 

 Ingredients

To make 4 classic Pizza Burgers, you’ll need:

• 450 g (1 lb) ground beef

• 240 ml (1 cup) pizza sauce

• 1 tbsp Italian seasoning

• 4 burger buns or English muffins, halved

• 8 slices of mozzarella or 1 ½ cups shredded mozzarella cheese

• 1 tomato, sliced (optional)

• Salt and pepper to taste

• Butter or olive oil (for toasting buns)

 Instructions

1. Prepare the Beef

In a skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef until browned. Drain excess fat. Add pizza sauce, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Let simmer for 5 minutes to thicken slightly.

2. Toast the Buns

Lightly butter each bun or muffin half and toast until golden. Place them cut side up on a baking sheet.

3. Assemble the Pizza Burgers

Top each bun with a spoonful of the meat mixture. Add a slice of tomato if desired. Sprinkle or layer mozzarella cheese generously over the top.

4. Bake to Perfection

Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Bake the assembled burgers for 10–12 minutes, or until cheese is bubbly and starting to brown.

5. Serve & Enjoy

Garnish with a sprinkle of dried herbs or fresh basil. Serve hot with fries, salad, or a classic soda!