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The Secret Behind Old School Pizza Burgers Recipe

The Secret Behind Old School Pizza Burgers Recipe
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These Old School Pizza Burgers combine juicy seasoned ground beef, tangy pizza sauce, and melted sharp cheddar cheese on toasted burger buns to create a nostalgic and delicious meal perfect for casual gatherings or family dinners.

Ingredients

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Meat Mixture

  • 1 pound ground beef
  • 1 cup pizza sauce
  • 1 tablespoon Italian seasoning

Burger Buns & Cheese

  • 6 burger buns, halved
  • 1½ cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese

Instructions

  1. Preheat the Oven: Set your oven to 350°F (175°C) so it’s ready to toast the buns and melt the cheese evenly.
  2. Cook the Ground Beef: In a skillet over medium-high heat, cook the ground beef, breaking it apart as it browns. Once fully cooked, drain off any excess fat to keep the burgers juicy but not greasy.
  3. Season the Meat: Stir in the Italian seasoning to infuse the beef with classic Italian flavors. Then, pour in the pizza sauce and let the mixture simmer for a few minutes until slightly thickened. This concentrates the flavors and prevents the buns from getting soggy.
  4. Prep the Buns: Lay the burger bun halves cut side up on a baking sheet. This positioning ensures the buns crisp up nicely in the oven instead of becoming soggy.
  5. Assemble the Pizza Burgers: Spoon the beef and sauce mixture evenly over each bun half, covering the surface generously. Then, top each with a liberal amount of shredded sharp cheddar cheese to add creamy, melty goodness.
  6. Bake: Place the assembled buns in the oven and bake for about 12 minutes, or until the cheddar cheese is melted, bubbly, and slightly golden, and the buns are lightly toasted.
  7. Serve: After baking, top each bottom bun with its matching top half. Allow the burgers to cool for a minute or two to let the cheese settle slightly before serving, ensuring clean bites and maximum flavor.

Notes

  • Use a good quality sharp cheddar cheese for the best flavor and melt.
  • Feel free to add sliced pepperoni or sautéed mushrooms for added toppings.
  • For a spicier kick, sprinkle some crushed red pepper flakes into the beef mixture.
  • These pizza burgers can be made ahead and warmed up in the oven before serving.
  • Leftovers should be refrigerated and consumed within 2 days for best freshness.

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