Pepperoni Pizza Burger
A fun twist combining the flavors of pizza and burgers, featuring juicy beef and Italian sausage topped with cheese, pepperoni, and pizza sauce.
Ingredients
Burger Patties
- 1 lb 80% lean ground beef
- 1/4 lb spicy or mild Italian sausage
- Salt and pepper to taste
Toppings
- Pizza sauce
- Pepperoni slices
- Melted cheese (mozzarella or cheddar)
- Toasted burger buns
Instructions
Preparation
- In a large bowl, combine the ground beef and Italian sausage. Season with salt and pepper.
- Form the mixture into burger patties.
Cooking
- Grill or pan-fry the patties over medium-high heat until fully cooked.
- During the last few minutes of cooking, top each patty with pizza sauce, pepperoni slices, and cheese. Cover to melt the cheese.
Serving
- Serve the patties on toasted buns.
Notes
Use a meat thermometer to check that the burgers have reached an internal temperature of 160°F for safe eating. Experiment with different types of cheese, like provolone or pepper jack, for a unique flavor. Add crushed red pepper flakes to the meat mixture for an extra kick.