Imagine biting into a burger that combines the best of two classic American favorites: juicy hamburgers and mouthwatering pizza. Our Five and Dime Pizza Burger is not just a meal, it's a culinary adventure that will transform your dinner routine and leave your taste buds begging for more. With a perfect blend of seasoned ground beef, tangy pizza sauce, and melted mozzarella cheese, this recipe is about to become your new obsession.
Prep Time: 10 mins
Cook Time: 15 mins
Total Time: 25 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 4 servings
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 cup pizza sauce
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 4 hamburger buns
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your skillet or grill pan over medium-high heat. Ensure the cooking surface is evenly heated to create a nice sear on the burgers.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine ground beef, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Gently mix the ingredients, being careful not to overwork the meat, which can make the burgers tough.
- Divide the seasoned ground beef into 4 equal portions and shape them into patties about 1/2 inch thick. Create a slight indentation in the center of each patty to help them cook evenly and prevent bulging.
- Place the burger patties on the hot cooking surface. Cook for approximately 4-5 minutes on the first side, allowing a nice brown crust to form.
- Flip the burgers and cook for an additional 3-4 minutes on the second side, or until the internal temperature reaches 160°F for food safety.
- During the last minute of cooking, spoon pizza sauce over each burger and sprinkle shredded mozzarella cheese on top. Cover the pan briefly to help the cheese melt.
- While the cheese is melting, lightly toast the hamburger buns on the same cooking surface or in a separate toaster for added texture.
- Transfer the cheese-covered burger patties onto the toasted buns. If desired, add extra pizza sauce on top for more flavor.
- Serve immediately while hot, accompanied by your favorite side dishes like french fries, salad, or potato chips.
Tips
- Use fresh ground beef with a fat content around 80/20 for the juiciest burgers.
- Don't overwork the meat when mixing seasonings - this keeps the burgers tender.
- Create a small dimple in the center of each patty to prevent them from puffing up during cooking.
- Use a meat thermometer to ensure the burger reaches 160°F for food safety.
- Let the burgers rest for a minute after cooking to retain their juices.
- For extra flavor, consider using garlic-infused olive oil when toasting the buns.
- Experiment with different pizza sauce brands to find your perfect flavor profile.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 540kcal
Carbohydrates: 35g
Protein: 36g
Fat: 26g
Saturated Fat: 12g
Cholesterol: 80mg
