Pizza Burgers Juicy Twist

Stuck between wanting a burger or craving pizza? Try Pizza Burgers! They combine your two faves into one tasty meal. Just add pizza sauce and gooey cheese over juicy beef patties on buns. They're perfect for family meals and only pack 205 calories each.

Benefits of These

You'll get your pizza and burger fix all at once. They're super simple to whip up and always a crowd-pleaser. When regular burgers feel boring, these hit the spot. They fit perfectly into busy weeknights. The combo of meat, tangy sauce, and stringy cheese tastes amazing without leaving you stuffed.

Ingredients List

• Ground Beef: Grab something with some fat for flavor
• Onion: Diced into tiny bits
• Pizza Sauce: Store-bought saves time
• Mushrooms: Either from a can or sliced fresh
• Sugar: Just a tiny amount
• Oregano: Gives that classic pizza flavor
• Burger Buns: Whatever type you prefer
• Mozzarella: For that stretchy, melty goodness

How To Make Pizza Burgers

Brown the Beef:

Cook beef with onions until no pink remains. Pour off the grease.

Combine Ingredients:

Add the sauce, mushrooms, sugar and oregano. Mix everything together.

Prepare Buns:

Spoon the meat mixture onto buns you've toasted.

Top with Cheese:

Sprinkle generous amounts of mozzarella on top.

Broil Them:

Place about 4 inches away from the broiler element.

Keep an Eye:

Let them cook about 2 minutes until cheese gets bubbly.

Time to Enjoy:

They taste best right away while everything's warm.

What Makes Them Special

You'll love getting pizza flavors in burger form. The sauce and cheese transform ordinary burgers into something exciting. Since they're open-faced, you get more toppings and less bread. They satisfy your hunger without the heaviness of traditional burgers.

Fast Preparation

You'll spend just 5 minutes prepping and 6 minutes cooking. No need to flip patties as the broiler handles everything. They're just what you need when time's tight but you want something warm. They're way faster than making pizza or standard burgers from scratch.

Ingredient Tips

Go for beef with some fat for more flavor. Adding onions brings out the meat's tastiness. The pizza sauce gives that wonderful Italian twist. Both fresh and canned mushrooms work great. A touch of sugar balances the sauce perfectly. For the meltiest results, grate your own cheese rather than buying pre-shredded.

Customization Ideas

Try mixing cheese into the meat for a fun surprise. Drizzle with spicy honey if you enjoy a kick. Swap in meat alternatives for a veggie version. Create mini versions using smaller buns. Feel free to add whatever toppings you love to make them just right for you.

Storage Options

They'll stay good in your fridge for about 4 days. You can also freeze them for later meals. Prepare the meat mixture ahead and add cheese when you're ready to eat. Warm them under the broiler with fresh cheese sprinkled on top. They go great with a side salad or some green beans.

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Helpful Hints

Always toast your buns first to prevent sogginess. Make sure to drain the meat thoroughly or your sauce will be too thin. Don't walk away during broiling or your cheese might burn. Wait a minute before biting in so the cheese can set up. Cook extra meat mixture and freeze it for an even quicker meal next time.

Frequently Asked Questions

→ Want different cheese?

Any melty kind works. Sharp's got good kick. White cheese melts nice. Mix kinds if you want. Just watch it don't burn.

→ Need special buns?

Lots of stores got em. Rice ones work fine. Check ingredients good. Toast em extra well. Some fall apart easy.

→ Don't like mushrooms?

Peppers work great. Put olives instead. Onions cook nice. Any veggie works. Just chop em small.

→ Want to make ahead?

Cook meat mix early. Keep it cold two days. Warm up when needed. Add cheese last minute. Buns fresh is best.

→ Got leftovers?

Box em up tight. Good three days cold. Heat in oven best. Wrap in foil first. Micro makes em soft.

→ Meat getting dry?

Cook less time maybe. Keep sauce handy. Add more when warm. Mix in some butter. Watch the heat.

→ Taking em somewhere?

Pack stuff separate. Build em there. Take extra sauce. Keep cheese cold. Toast buns there.

→ Need em quick?

Buy ready sauce. Pre-cut veggies help. Have cheese ready. Toast buns first. Mix goes fast.

→ Making lots?

Cook meat in groups. Keep stuff warm. Have extra everything. Toast buns last. Watch oven space.

→ Want more pizza taste?

Add pizza spice mix. More sauce helps too. Put pepperoni on. Even anchovy works. Try Italian herbs.

→ Too messy to eat?

Toast buns more. Drain meat good. Less sauce maybe. Cut em smaller. Extra napkins help.

→ Need em kid size?

Use small buns. Less filling works. Cut in quarters. Make em thin. Still taste good.

Conclusion

Like these? Try small steak buns next. Or make hot meatball subs. Both use same good stuff.