Ingredients:

  • 1 pound (450g) ground beef (80/20 blend recommended)
  • 1/2 teaspoon (2.5ml) garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon (2.5ml) onion powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon (1.25ml) dried oregano
  • 1/4 teaspoon (1.25ml) dried basil
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
  • 1 tablespoon (15ml) olive oil
  • 1 cup (240ml) pizza sauce (or marinara sauce)
  • 8 slices mozzarella cheese
  • 1/2 cup (60g) pepperoni slices
  • 1/4 cup (30g) sliced mushrooms (optional)
  • 1/4 cup (30g) chopped green bell pepper (optional)
  • Pinch of red pepper flakes (optional)
  • 4 burger buns
  • Optional toppings: shredded lettuce, sliced tomatoes, sliced onions

Instructions:

  1. In a large bowl, gently combine the ground beef, garlic powder, onion powder, oregano, basil, salt, and pepper. Don’t overmix!
  2. Divide the mixture into 4 equal portions and shape them into patties, slightly larger than your burger buns. Press a slight indentation into the center of each patty to prevent them from bulging during cooking.
  3. Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the burger patties and cook for 4-5 minutes per side, or until cooked through to an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
  4. During the last 2 minutes of cooking, spread pizza sauce evenly over each burger patty.
  5. Top each patty with 2 slices of mozzarella cheese, pepperoni slices, mushrooms (if using), green bell pepper (if using), and a sprinkle of red pepper flakes (if using).
  6. Cover the skillet and cook for another 1-2 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
  7. Place each pizza burger on a burger bun and add any optional toppings like lettuce, tomato, or onion. Serve immediately. This is a great pizza burger recipe!