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Old School Pizza Burgers Recipe

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These Old School Pizza Burgers combine the comforting flavors of a classic burger with the irresistible taste of pizza toppings, creating a fun and easy-to-make meal that’s perfect for any occasion. Juicy ground beef simmered in pizza sauce and seasoned with Italian herbs is piled high on toasted buns and topped with melted sharp cheddar cheese for a delightful twist on traditional sliders.

Ingredients

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Meat and Sauce

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

Buns and 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: Heat a skillet over medium-high heat and cook the ground beef, breaking it apart with a spatula as it browns. Continue cooking until fully browned and no longer pink inside. Drain excess fat carefully to avoid greasiness.
  3. Season the Meat: Stir the Italian seasoning into the cooked beef, then pour in the pizza sauce. Allow the mixture to simmer on low heat for a few minutes to thicken slightly, intensifying the flavors.
  4. Prep the Buns: Arrange the burger bun halves cut side up on a baking sheet to prepare them for toasting.
  5. Assemble the Pizza Burgers: Spread the beef and sauce mixture evenly over each bun half. Generously top with shredded sharp cheddar cheese to ensure a gooey, melty finish.
  6. Bake: Place the assembled buns in the preheated oven and bake for about 12 minutes, or until the cheese is melted, bubbly, and the buns are lightly toasted.
  7. Serve: Once out of the oven, place the top halves of the buns onto the cheesy bottoms to complete the sliders. Allow to cool for a minute or two so the cheese settles, then serve warm.

Notes

  • You can substitute sharp cheddar with mozzarella for a more traditional pizza flavor.
  • To add more veggies, consider topping with sliced olives, bell peppers, or onions before baking.
  • For spicier flavor, sprinkle some crushed red pepper flakes over the assembled burgers before baking.
  • If preferred, use whole wheat buns for a healthier option.

Keywords: pizza burgers, pizza sliders, easy dinner, ground beef recipe, cheesy burgers, oven-baked burgers

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