Pizza Burger Pepperoni Marinara (Print Version)
Juicy beef, sausage, mozzarella, pepperoni, and marinara in a crave-worthy burger, perfect for quick weeknight meals.
# What You'll Need:
→ For the Burger Patties
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1 pound ground beef (80% lean)
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1 pound ground Italian sausage
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2 teaspoons pizza seasoning blend (dried oregano, garlic powder, dried basil)
→ For Toppings
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8 ounces fresh mozzarella cheese, sliced
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1 cup marinara sauce
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20 pepperoni slices
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1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
→ For Assembly
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4 sturdy hamburger buns
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2 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
# Steps to Follow:
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In a large bowl, gently combine ground beef, Italian sausage, and pizza seasoning with your hands or a fork until just incorporated. Shape into 4 uniform patties, making each slightly larger than the buns to allow for shrinkage. Press a shallow indent in the center of each patty.
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Preheat a grill or skillet to medium-high heat. Place patties on the hot surface and cook for 4 minutes undisturbed. Flip and continue cooking for 2 to 4 minutes, depending on desired doneness. In the last minute, top each patty with mozzarella slices and cover to allow the cheese to melt.
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While the patties cook, warm marinara sauce in a small saucepan over low heat until hot. Arrange pepperoni slices on a grill-safe pan or foil and heat on the grill or in a dry skillet for 1 to 2 minutes until the edges become slightly crispy.
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Spread butter on the cut sides of the hamburger buns. Place buns, cut side down, onto the grill or hot skillet and toast for 1 to 2 minutes until golden brown and lightly crisped.
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Set each cheesy patty on the bottom half of a toasted bun. Spoon a generous amount of warmed marinara over the patty, top with crisped pepperoni, and sprinkle with Parmesan. Cap with the top bun and serve immediately while hot.
# Additional Notes:
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Avoid overmixing the meat blend to maintain a tender patty texture; gently form patties without compacting.
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Let burgers rest for 2 minutes after assembling to allow juices to redistribute and prevent soggy buns.
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Patties can be prepared in advance and refrigerated for up to one day before cooking.