Cheesy Pizza Burgers Comfort Food (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
→ Main Components
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450 g ground beef
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240 ml pizza sauce
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1 tablespoon Italian seasoning
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6 hamburger buns, split
→ Cheese and Toppings
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150 g shredded sharp cheddar cheese
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60 g diced pepperoni (optional)
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30 g diced bell peppers or onions (optional)
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1 teaspoon garlic powder (optional)
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50 g shredded mozzarella cheese (optional)
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Red pepper flakes, to taste (optional)
# Instructions:
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Preheat oven to 175°C. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or aluminium foil.
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Heat a large skillet over medium heat. Add the ground beef and cook, breaking it up with a spoon, until browned and no longer pink, about 6–8 minutes. Drain off excess fat.
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Stir in Italian seasoning and pizza sauce. Add optional garlic powder, pepperoni, or vegetables, if using. Simmer mixture for 2–3 minutes to meld flavours.
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Place split hamburger buns, cut side up, on the prepared baking sheet. Spoon equal portions of meat mixture onto each bun half.
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Evenly sprinkle shredded cheddar and, if using, mozzarella over the meat mixture. Add more toppings such as pepperoni or peppers if desired.
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Bake in the preheated oven for 10–12 minutes until cheese is melted, bubbly, and golden brown. Optionally top with the remaining bun halves or serve open-faced. Allow to cool slightly before serving.
# Notes:
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Toasting buns before assembling helps prevent sogginess and enhances texture.
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Combine different cheeses, such as provolone or parmesan, for added flavour complexity.
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Plant-based crumbles or finely diced mushrooms can replace beef for a vegetarian version.
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Stuff meat mixture into halved bell peppers or zucchini for a low-carb variation.
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Sauté toppings like onions or peppers for additional depth of flavour.