Best Cheesy Pizza Burger (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
→ Patty Ingredients
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1 teaspoon onion powder
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1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper, adjust to taste
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1 pound ground beef (preferably 80% lean)
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1 teaspoon dried oregano
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1 teaspoon garlic powder
→ Toppings for Pizza
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16 pieces of pepperoni
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Fresh basil leaves
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4 slices of mozzarella cheese
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1/2 cup of pizza sauce
→ Burger Assembly
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4 buns for burgers, toasted as desired
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Optional add-ons: jalapeños, mushrooms, or black olives
# Instructions:
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Heat up your grill or a grill pan on the stove to medium heat. You want a good sizzle and those beautiful grill marks.
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Combine the beef with oregano, garlic powder, onion powder, and red pepper. Shape it into four patties. Be sure to push down slightly at the center of each one; it'll stop them from bulging while cooking.
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Put the patties on the sizzling grill. Cook each side for 5-7 minutes until they’re done to your liking (160°F for medium). Before they're finished, set a slice of mozzarella on top and close the lid briefly to melt it.
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Lift the patties off the grill once the cheese is gooey. Cover them with some pepperoni and a spoonful of pizza sauce. At the same time, toast your buns lightly until golden.
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Layer the saucy patties onto the bottom buns, toss on fresh basil, and pile on other toppings if you like. Add the top bun, and enjoy while everything’s warm.
# Notes:
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Use turkey or a meatless substitute to switch things up.
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A few drops of liquid smoke mixed with the beef can boost the flavor big time.
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Set up a DIY toppings bar so people can pick their favorites.