Mini Pizza Burgers Recipe
Ingredients:
– 6 burger buns (cut in half)
– 500g ground beef or turkey
– 1/2 cup marinara or pizza sauce
– 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
– 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
– 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
– 1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning
– Salt and pepper to taste
– Pepperoni slices (optional)
– Olive oil for brushing the buns
Instructions:
1. Prepare the Beef or Turkey Patties:
– In a bowl, mix the ground beef or turkey with garlic powder, onion powder, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper.
– Form small patties that will fit on the burger bun halves.
– Cook the patties in a skillet or on a grill over medium heat until fully cooked through.
2. Prepare the Burger Buns:
– While the patties are cooking, preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
– Place the cut burger buns on a baking sheet and brush them lightly with olive oil.
3. Assemble the Mini Pizza Burgers:
– Spread a spoonful of marinara or pizza sauce on each bun half.
– Add the cooked burger patties on top of the sauce.
– If desired, place pepperoni slices on the patties.
– Sprinkle a generous amount of shredded mozzarella cheese on top of each patty.
4. Bake:
– Place the assembled mini pizza burgers in the preheated oven.
– Bake for about 8-10 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and slightly golden.
5. Serve:
– Remove from the oven and let cool slightly before serving. Enjoy your delicious mini pizza burgers!
Feel free to customize the toppings with other ingredients like mushrooms, bell peppers, or olives!
